Defense Contracting CMMC and Cyber Security
The CMMC & Cybersecurity Specialist is responsible for ensuring the organization meets all Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) requirements and maintains a strong cybersecurity posture in support of Department of Defense (DoD) contract readiness. This role oversees the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of the company’s cybersecurity compliance program by conducting gap analyses, readiness assessments, and internal audits aligned with CMMC, NIST SP 800-171, and associated DoD regulations. The specialist maintains core documentation such as System Security Plans (SSPs), Plans of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms), incident response procedures, and other compliance records while working closely with IT, operations, engineering, and leadership teams to implement technical and administrative security controls.