Cybersecurity Specialist

Job overview

The Cybersecurity Specialist role is onsite in Pocomoke City, MD, in a combination of office and manufacturing environments. Pay is $70,000–$100,000 per year. The specialist works with the IT Manager to protect company systems, networks, and controlled data and support Department of Defense cybersecurity requirements. The role helps develop, implement, and maintain the cybersecurity program, monitoring threats and vulnerabilities while supporting compliance with CMMC and NIST SP 800-171. Security controls, incident response, access management, and documentation contribute to the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of company information.

What you'll do

• Assist with the cybersecurity program aligned with CMMC and NIST SP 800-171
• monitor systems, networks, and endpoints for threats and suspicious activity
• support protection of controlled unclassified information
• help develop security policies and controls
• conduct audits, vulnerability scans, and risk assessments
• support incident response and remediation
• monitor logs and alerts
• assist with user access management
• support secure configuration and patch management
• support backup and disaster recovery
• document controls and compliance artifacts
• assist with employee awareness training
• work with external cybersecurity partners and auditors
• recommend security improvements.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

cybersecurity specialist

pocomoke city md

hardwire llc

cmmc

nist sp 800-171

controlled unclassified information

security monitoring

vulnerability assessments

incident response

$70,000–$100,000/year

security+ preferred

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental, vision, and flexible spending account
• employer-paid life and short-term disability insurance
• paid time off and holidays
• 401(k) match
• discretionary bonus program.

Why this role

A bachelor’s degree and CompTIA Security+ are preferred; equivalent experience or demonstrated cybersecurity aptitude may substitute for formal education. Additional certifications are beneficial but not required.

About the employer

Hardwire LLC is hiring for this role. Industry: Automatic Environmental Control Manufacturing for Residential, Commercial, and Appliance Use. Sector: 33.