Description
We are seeking a dependable and security-focused IT Support professional to support daily IT operations and Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) compliance efforts for a small government contracting company. This role will support end users, maintain secure systems, help manage documentation and evidence for compliance activities, and coordinate with internal leadership and external IT/CMMC partners as needed.
The ideal candidate is hands-on, organized, customer-service oriented, and comfortable working in a regulated environment supporting Department of Defense (DoD) contract requirements.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide day-to-day technical support for employees including hardware, software, printer, connectivity, and account issues
- Support Microsoft 365 administration including user accounts, MFA, permissions, and basic security settings
- Assist with onboarding/offboarding activities including account provisioning, equipment setup, and access management
- Maintain inventory of company IT assets and software licenses
- Support cybersecurity and compliance initiatives related to CMMC/NIST SP 800-171 requirements
- Assist in maintaining and organizing compliance documentation, SOPs, policies, evidence, and training records
- Coordinate with external Managed Service Providers (MSPs), cybersecurity vendors, and consultants
- Help monitor patching, antivirus, backups, vulnerability remediation, and security alerts
- Participate in internal audits, mock assessments, and evidence collection activities
- Support secure handling of Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) and Federal Contract Information (FCI)
- Document technical procedures and maintain accurate records of support activities
- Assist with employee cybersecurity awareness and training efforts
- Escalate complex technical or security issues appropriately
Requirements
Preferred Qualifications
- 2+ years of IT support, help desk, system administration, or MSP experience
- Experience supporting Microsoft 365 environments
- Familiarity with CMMC, NIST SP 800-171, DFARS, or government contracting environments preferred
- Understanding of basic networking, firewalls, endpoint protection, backups, and access controls
- Experience working with ticketing systems and IT documentation
- Strong troubleshooting and organizational skills
- Ability to communicate technical information clearly to non-technical users
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a small business environment
- U.S. Citizenship preferred due to government contract requirements
Preferred Certifications
- CompTIA A+, Network+, or Security+
- Microsoft 365 Fundamentals or Administrator certifications
- Any cybersecurity or compliance-related certifications are a plus