Cyber Security Compliance Specialist

JS Solutions•Huntsville, AL

72d•Onsite

About The Position

JS Solutions is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Junior Cyber Compliance Specialist to join our growing team in Huntsville, AL. This role is ideal for early-career professionals who are eager to build expertise in cybersecurity frameworks, with a focus on CMMC, NIST, and DoD compliance requirements. The successful candidate will support compliance initiatives, assist with documentation, and contribute to ensuring our clients achieve and maintain the highest standards of cybersecurity readiness.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field; or equivalent work experience.
0–2 years of professional experience in cybersecurity, compliance, or IT (internships and academic projects accepted).
Familiarity with cybersecurity frameworks such as NIST 800-171, CMMC, or ISO 27001 preferred.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.

Nice To Haves

CompTIA Security+, Certified CMMC Professional (CCP), or similar entry-level certification.
Prior experience supporting DoD or government cybersecurity programs.

Responsibilities

Assist with the development, review, and maintenance of cybersecurity compliance documentation (policies, procedures, plans, and artifacts).
Support compliance assessments against frameworks such as CMMC, NIST 800-171, DFARS, and FedRAMP.
Collect and organize evidence to demonstrate compliance for audits and assessments.
Track and update compliance tasks, ensuring deliverables are met on time.
Conduct research on evolving federal cybersecurity requirements and provide recommendations to senior staff.
Work closely with clients to understand compliance gaps and support remediation efforts.
Provide administrative and technical support to senior compliance specialists.