CMMC Compliance - Network Administrator

About Us We are a growing tech support company serving clients in regulated industries, including organizations operating within the Defense Industrial Base (DIB). Our team is small, focused, and serious about doing the work right. We take pride in building compliance environments that actually hold up under scrutiny — and we're looking for the right person to grow with us. The Opportunity This is not a flashy role. It is an important one. We need a Network/Systems Administrator who will own the day-to-day technical administration of our clients' IT environments, with a particular focus on supporting and maintaining CMMC (Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification) compliance. You will help build, document, and uphold the controls and practices that protect Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) and keep our clients audit-ready. If you are the kind of person who finds satisfaction in a well-organized network diagram, a complete and accurate policy binder, or an audit that goes smoothly because you prepared it that way — we want to meet you. What You'll Do Administer and maintain Windows-based networks, servers, endpoints, and related infrastructure Implement, monitor, and support security controls aligned to CMMC Level 2 (NIST SP 800-171) requirements Create, maintain, and update technical documentation including network diagrams, system security plans (SSPs), asset inventories, and configuration baselines Assist in developing and maintaining policies and procedures in accordance with CMMC practices Support internal and third-party CMMC assessments and audits, including responding to assessor inquiries and demonstrating control implementation Track and manage Plan of Action & Milestones (POA&Ms) to remediate identified gaps Monitor systems for security events and ensure logging and alerting are functioning as required Assist with onboarding new clients into compliant environments Maintain a consistent and disciplined approach to change management and access control Stay current on CMMC/NIST guidance updates and communicate relevant changes to the team What We're Looking ForRequired U.S. Citizenship (no exceptions — required for work involving CUI and DIB clients) Moderate hands-on experience with Windows Server, Active Directory, networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, firewalls, VLANs), and endpoint management Demonstrated ability to follow processes and procedures with consistency and precision Strong written communication skills — you will be writing documentation that auditors read High attention to detail — you catch things others miss, and you care that they're correct Self-motivated with the ability to manage multiple tasks and track them to completion Local to the Portland, Oregon metro area Preferred (Not Required) Familiarity with NIST SP 800-171, CMMC framework, or other compliance frameworks (HIPAA, SOC 2, etc.) Experience with or exposure to System Security Plans (SSPs) or similar documentation CompTIA Security+, Network+, CySA+, or similar certifications Experience with Microsoft 365 GCC or GCC High environments Familiarity with MFA solutions, endpoint detection & response (EDR) tools, or SIEM platforms The Traits That Matter Most We'll be straightforward with you: we are willing to invest in developing the technical skills of the right candidate. What we cannot teach is character. The person who succeeds in this role will be: Meticulous — compliance work lives or dies on the details Organized — you maintain systems, records, and processes that others can rely on Conscientious — you take ownership of your work and feel genuine accountability for its quality Reliable — deadlines matter; audit dates don't move; we need to count on you Steady — this work rewards consistency over brilliance Curious — you're willing to learn a compliance framework deeply, not just skim the surface Why Join Us Work that genuinely matters — helping protect sensitive government-related information Stable, professional environment that values process and doing things right Opportunity to build real expertise in CMMC compliance, a growing and in-demand specialty Team that will invest in your training and professional development Competitive benefits package Local Portland-based position — no travel required Pay: $60,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year Benefits: Dental insurance Flexible schedule Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Location: Portland, OR 97214 (Preferred) Work Location: Hybrid remote in Portland, OR 97214