Cybersecurity Specialist

  • Adelanto, CA
  • Posted 13 hours ago | Updated 13 hours ago

Overview

Hybrid
$0.01 - $55
Full Time

Skills

Amazon Web Services
Auditing
CISM
CISSP
Certified Ethical Hacker
Computer Science
Continuous Improvement
Cloud Security
Collaboration
Cyber Security
Dashboard
Documentation
Communication
Continuous Monitoring
FedRAMP
GCIA
GSEC
IT Service Management
IT Strategy
Incident Management
HIPAA
IDS
IPS
IT Governance
D3.js
Email Security
Endpoint Protection
Log Analysis
Managed Services
Management
Information Systems
Information Technology
Information Assurance
Information Security
Network Forensics
Regulatory Compliance
Multi-factor Authentication
Public Sector
Security Operations
Servers
Roadmaps
Reporting
Risk Assessment
Risk Management
Mentorship
Microsoft Azure
Network
SIEM
Security Awareness
Splunk
Status Reports
Threat Analysis
Training
Vulnerability Scanning
Web Security

Job Details

Comtech is seeking an experienced Cybersecurity Specialist to lead the implementation, monitoring, and continuous improvement of the City of Adelanto s security posture under the Managed IT Services Information Technology Consultant Support contract.

The specialist will play a key role in designing, implementing, and maintaining cybersecurity controls in accordance with NIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF), CIS Benchmarks, and City IT governance policies. This position will ensure protection of municipal data, systems, and networks through proactive threat detection, security awareness programs, and coordinated incident response.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Cybersecurity Operations: Implement and maintain cybersecurity controls for servers, endpoints, and network devices. Manage endpoint protection platforms, email security, web filtering, and MFA systems.
  • Continuous Monitoring & Threat Detection: Conduct vulnerability scanning, log analysis, and threat intelligence correlation. Monitor alerts from SIEM and IDS/IPS tools and investigate potential incidents.
  • Compliance & Risk Management: Align policies and practices with NIST CSF, CIS Controls, and municipal compliance standards (CJIS, HIPAA, or FedRAMP as applicable). Conduct periodic risk assessments and assist in remediation.
  • Incident Response: Lead security incident triage, containment, and resolution. Coordinate with the vCIO and City officials to document, report, and mitigate cybersecurity events.
  • Security Awareness & Training: Manage the City s cybersecurity training programs, conduct phishing simulations, and promote user awareness to strengthen the human layer of defense.
  • Audit & Reporting: Prepare regular security status reports, vulnerability summaries, and compliance dashboards for management and City Council review.
  • Collaboration: Work closely with the Level 2/3 Network Engineer, vCIO, and Project/Account Manager to ensure integrated network and security operations. Provide expert input into IT strategy and technology roadmaps.

Mandatory Qualifications & Experience - Cybersecurity Specialist

M1.

Experience: Minimum of 5 years of dedicated cybersecurity experience in public-sector or highly regulated industries.

M2.

Certifications: Preferred certifications include:

  • CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional)
  • CISM (Certified Information Security Manager)
  • CEH (Certified Ethical Hacker)
  • GIAC (GSEC, GCIA, or equivalent).
  • CCNA
  • CCNP

M3.

Technical Expertise: Strong command of SIEM tools, vulnerability scanners, EDR platforms, and email/web security solutions. Skilled in log correlation, threat analysis, and network forensics.

M4.

Governance & Compliance: Deep understanding of NIST CSF, CIS Controls, and risk management frameworks; experience supporting audit readiness and remediation plans.

M5.

Communication & Collaboration: Ability to present findings to technical and non-technical audiences, prepare compliance documentation, and lead cross-functional coordination during incidents.

M6.

Availability: Must be available for on-call or after-hours response during major security incidents or vulnerability disclosures.

Preferred Qualifications - Cybersecurity Specialist

D1.

Bachelor s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or Information Assurance.

D2.

Experience implementing SIEM solutions such as Splunk, Sentinel, or InsightIDR.

D3.

Familiarity with cloud security frameworks (Azure Security Center, AWS Security Hub).

D4.

Prior experience working in a managed services or municipal IT environment.

D5.

Ability to mentor team members and enhance the City s overall cybersecurity maturity.

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