Cyber Security Engineer

Overview

Location: South Bend, IN

Job Type: Full-Time

Salary: $110,000 - $115,000

Position Summary

We are seeking a hands-on IT Help Desk & Cybersecurity Compliance Manager to support day-to-day IT operations across multiple company locations while assisting with cybersecurity and CMMC Level 2 compliance efforts.

This role is primarily help desk–focused and serves as the main point of contact for employee IT support, new-hire technology setup, system access, and ongoing maintenance. Additionally, this position supports cybersecurity documentation, user compliance, and coordination with external IT providers to ensure alignment with CMMC Level 2 and government contract requirements.

The ideal candidate enjoys helping people, troubleshooting technology, staying organized, and contributing to a secure IT environment within a manufacturing setting.

• Cybersecurity & Compliance
  • Support CMMC Level 2 and NIST 800-171 compliance efforts
  • Assist in maintaining:
    • System Security Plan (SSP)
    • POA&M documentation
    • Evidence and compliance repositories
  • Enforce security best practices related to:
    • Access control
    • Multi-factor authentication (MFA)
    • Endpoint security
  • Support employee cybersecurity training and annual compliance acknowledgments
  • Coordinate with vendors on cybersecurity tools (EDR, patching systems, logging solutions, etc.)
• IT Vendor & Systems Coordination
  • Act as internal liaison with outsourced IT providers and managed service providers (MSPs)
  • Escalate complex issues and track resolution through completion
  • Ensure IT and cybersecurity controls are implemented consistently across all sites
  • Support audits, assessments, and documentation requests
• Documentation & Governance
  • Maintain organized IT and cybersecurity documentation
  • Assist with policy updates related to:
    • Acceptable use
    • Access management
    • Data protection
  • Ensure IT processes align with company security and compliance standards

• Experience supporting cybersecurity frameworks (CMMC, NIST 800-171 preferred)
• Strong troubleshooting skills across Windows environments, networking, and end-user systems
• Experience coordinating with third-party IT vendors or MSPs
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• 5+ years of experience in IT support, help desk, or systems administration (nice to have)
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a manufacturing or multi-site environment

• Experience in government contracting or regulated industries
• Familiarity with endpoint detection and response (EDR) tools
• Experience supporting compliance documentation and audit preparation
• Security+ or similar cybersecurity certification (preferred)

To apply, please use the external application channel as indicated by the employer.