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Cybersecurity Specialist #580

Photo-Sonics Chatsworth, CA

Chatsworth, CA

1mo ago Closed

$58 - $68/hr Full time Cmmc Controls Cybersecurity Tools Data Security

This position is no longer accepting applications (closed Aug 20, 2026).

Job Description

This Cybersecurity Specialist role protects Photo-Sonics’ systems, networks, and data, ensures compliance with federal requirements for a government defense contractor, and leads CMMC activities onsite in Chatsworth, CA.

Responsibilities

Lead a cross‑functional team to achieve Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC).
Drive the development, deployment, and ongoing governance of the organization’s cybersecurity strategy aligned with CMMC requirements.
Continuously monitor network activity with SIEM tools to detect anomalies and unauthorized access.
Conduct security assessments and simulated attacks to identify vulnerabilities before exploitation.
Act as the incident response lead during breaches, contain threats, coordinate data recovery, and minimize downtime.
Advise leadership on risk management, security procedures, and regulatory compliance for data protection.
Implement defensive controls such as firewalls, data encryption, and timely software patching.
Maintain security documentation and update the System Security Plan (SSP) and Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&M) as needed.
Communicate security matters clearly with employees, vendors, and customers.
Oversee IT asset inventory to ensure compliance.
Protect highly confidential information and shield internal users from external threats, including hackers and malware.
Serve as a backup to the IT team for IT support duties.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree
Systems Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP) certification required
5+ years of recent, relevant experience
Working knowledge of CMMC, NIST SP 800-171, DFARS 252.204-7012, and FAR 52.204-21

Technologies

Security Information and Event Management (SIEM)
Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS)
Firewalls
Proxies
VPNs
TCP/IP
Routing
Switching
Data encryption

Benefits

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Life insurance
Parental leave
Vision insurance

Education

Bachelor’s Degree
Systems Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP) certification required
Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) certification preferred

Experience

5+ years of recent, relevant experience
Working knowledge of CMMC, NIST SP 800-171, DFARS 252.204-7012, and FAR 52.204-21

Desired Skills

Research, analyze, and interpret data on emerging cyber threats, attack vectors, and trends
Proficiency in computer networks, operating systems, security software, and hardware
Strong grasp of TCP/IP, VPNs, routing, and switching; ability to configure and manage firewalls, IDS, and proxies
Provide quick identification and resolution of security incidents
Assess threats, evaluate risks, and devise effective solutions
Automate security tasks and understand attacker code
Understand CMMC to protect Federal Contract Information (FCI) and Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI)
Stay current with evolving cyber threats and adversarial tactics
Excellent organizational and follow‑up skills for handling multiple projects
Ability to work with minimal supervision
Excellent verbal and written communication
Proficient in Word and Excel
Strong analytical skills
Professional written and spoken communication
Ability to work overtime as needed

Preferred Skills

Knowledge of DFARS and mandatory incident reporting
Security implementation experience
Strong communication, instructional design, and threat awareness to educate employees
Policy development, risk assessment, and regulatory knowledge

Physical Requirements

Ability to walk, sit, talk, and hear; stand and use hands to reach, handle, or feel
Occasional climbing or balancing in lab or field environments
May lift up to 15 lbs and stand/walk for extended periods

Work Location

In person

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