Cybersecurity Specialist
Hydroform USA•Carson, CA
•Onsite
About The Position
Hydroform USA, a defense industrial base contractor based in Carson, CA, is seeking a Cyber Security Specialist to join its IT team in an onsite role. Reporting to the IT Manager, this role supports the company’s cybersecurity operations, CMMC Level 2 compliance program, and DoD cyber incident reporting. Join us to be part of a forward-thinking team dedicated to protecting vital information assets through innovative cybersecurity practices!
Requirements
- 5+ years in cybersecurity/information assurance
- 3+ years administering Windows Server, Microsoft 365, Entra ID, Active Directory, and endpoint management platforms
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field
- Security+, SSCP, CySA+, CISSP, PenTest+, or SecurityX or equivalent DoD 8140-aligned cybersecurity certification
- Experience with SIEM, Metasploit, audit logging, vulnerability scanning/remediation, IAVM
- Experience with security documentation (SSPs, IRPs)
- Experience tracking Plans of Action & Milestones (POA&Ms)
- Experience securing systems that process, store, or transmit Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI)
- Strong written/oral communication and analytical skills
- US citizenship required
Nice To Haves
- CMMC Level 2 / NIST SP 800-171 experience preferred
- DoD or DoD subcontractor IT environment experience desired
Responsibilities
- Run diagnostics, monitor SIEM/logging data, and identify system vulnerabilities
- Build, configure, and maintain firewalls, antivirus, and endpoint security
- Apply security patches and remediate vulnerabilities across systems
- Assist the IT Manager in validating and maintaining controls outlined in the company’s System Security Plan (SSP), Incident Response Plan (IRP), Disaster Recovery Plan (DRP), and other CMMC Level 2 / NIST SP 800-171 documentation
- Respond to and report cyber incidents to DoD via DIBNet within 72 hours, accessed through the DoD’s Procurement Integrated Enterprise Environment (PIEE), per DFARS 252.204-7012
- Write reports on diagnostic findings and incident events
- Test technical defenses and Blue Team (defender) detection capabilities
- Facilitate tabletop exercises to test the incident response plan and crisis communication procedures
- Obtain and maintain PIEE access required to support DFARS cyber incident reporting processes
- Assist with maintenance of SPRS submissions, assessment artifacts, and supporting compliance evidence
- Gather and maintain technical evidence supporting NIST SP 800-171 and CMMC Level 2 compliance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
