IT & Security Leader — CMMC & DFARS Expert | Hybrid

OKSI; Torrance (CA); Hybrid; USD 135,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision fully paid by 

Three weeks vacation

401K – 5% of earned wages

Educational assistance

Hybrid role located in Torrance, CA

Job summary

OKSI in Torrance, CA seeks an IT & Security Manager to own the digital infrastructure and information security end-to-end, guiding the strategy for CMMC compliance and audit readiness. You will build and lead the IT function as the company scales, aligning security with operations and growth.

Responsibilities include directing the CMMC program, managing IT governance, and leading a cross-functional team to meet security requirements while enabling rapid field deployments of defense technology.

Qualifications

• Experience with DFARS 7012, NIST 800-171, and CMMC frameworks.
• Experience with Microsoft 365, AzureAD, Intune, and Fortinet technologies.
• Experience administering and hardening Linux and Windows systems.
• Demonstrated leadership across cross-functional, compliance-driven teams.
• 5+ years of experience in IT infrastructure, cybersecurity, or network administration.

Responsibilities

• Architect and maintain IT infrastructure for performance, security, and scalability.
• Build, train, and manage an IT team that supports the whole company and sustains CMMC compliance.
• Direct OKSI's CMMC program, ensuring alignment with DFARS 7012 and NIST 800-171.
• Lead internal security audits, identify gaps, and drive remediation.
• Partner with every department to meet operational needs without compromising security.
• Establish and enforce IT governance, cybersecurity policy, and technical standards.
• Own network and systems administration, including firewalls, VLANs, and critical infrastructure.
• Manage Microsoft 365, AzureAD, Intune, and company endpoints.
• Maintain compliant Linux and Windows baselines aligned to NIST 800-171.
• Provide strategic direction to the IT team and responsive support to end users.
• Run continuous monitoring and threat detection through SIEM tooling.
• Manage vendors and evaluate new technology for secure, compliant integration.
• Lead companywide cybersecurity training and awareness efforts.
• Serve as the ISSM for NIST 800-53 environments.

Skills

Leadership

Cybersecurity

DFARS 7012

NIST 800-171

CMMC compliance

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree

DoD 8570.01 certification

Tools

Microsoft 365

AzureAD

Intune

Fortinet

Linux/Windows hardening

Job description

OKSI in Torrance, CA seeks an IT & Security Manager to own the digital infrastructure and information security end-to-end, guiding the strategy for CMMC compliance and audit readiness. You will build and lead the IT function as the company scales, aligning security with operations and growth.

Responsibilities include directing the CMMC program, managing IT governance, and leading a cross-functional team to meet security requirements while enabling rapid field deployments of defense technology.