Cybersecurity IT Specialist

Custom Manufacturing and Engineering-posted 1 day ago

Full-time • Entry Level

Pinellas Park, FL

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Custom Manufacturing & Engineering, Inc. (CME) is seeking an early career Cybersecurity IT Specialist to help protect our systems, support NIST and CMMC compliance efforts, and assist with day-to-day IT operations. This role is designed for someone fresh out of college or with limited professional experience who is eager to learn, grow, and build a career in cybersecurity and IT. If you enjoy solving technical problems, learning new tools, hardening systems, and helping users stay secure and productive, this is a strong place to start your journey. Custom Manufacturing & Engineering Inc. is a 29-year award winning Tampa Bay small business that designs and manufactures custom engineered and build to print products and systems. Our work supports aerospace, defense, industrial, and energy applications worldwide. CME also supports STEM education and sustainability initiatives including Solar4STEM. We operate on the EOS System and maintain a Culture of Accountability across our team.

Assist with CME's compliance efforts for NIST SP 800-171 and CMMC 2.0.
Help maintain cybersecurity documentation such as the System Security Plan (SSP), POAMs, and incident response procedures.
Monitor basic logs and alerts under guidance from senior team members.
Assist with system hardening tasks, access control reviews, and security configuration updates.
Support cybersecurity awareness activities including phishing simulations and user training.
Troubleshoot common issues related to hardware, software, networks, email, and user access.
Support Windows, Linux, Active Directory, VPN, and basic virtualization environments.
Assist with installing, configuring, patching, and maintaining IT systems and equipment.
Provide end user support and help maintain IT documentation and procedures.

Foundational understanding of cybersecurity principles and basic familiarity with NIST SP 800-171 or CMMC concepts.
Basic knowledge of Windows and Linux systems, Active Directory, networking fundamentals, and general IT troubleshooting.
Strong problem-solving mindset, willingness to learn, and attention to detail.
Clear communication skills and a customer focused attitude.
Curiosity, initiative, and the drive to grow into increasingly complex cybersecurity responsibilities.
Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, or a closely related field.
Internship, capstone project, lab experience, part time IT work, or relevant coursework is highly valued.
Equivalent military or industry experience may be considered if it demonstrates comparable technical depth.
Candidates must meet U.S. Person requirements which include U.S. citizen, permanent resident, refugee, or asylee status.
All new hires must verify identity and work eligibility through E-Verify.

Experience with NIST SP 800-171 or CMMC 2.0 is a plus but not required; training will be provided.

Join an award-winning engineering and manufacturing company supporting aerospace, defense, industrial, and energy markets.
Help secure mission critical systems used by the U.S. military and global industries.
Thrive in a company that values accountability, innovation, and collaboration.
Enjoy benefits like a 4-day work week most weeks.
Be part of a culture guided by CME's 5 Core Values: Resolves Problems, Professionalism, Challenges Themselves, Delivers, and Serves Customers Protects CME.

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