
Sr. Cybersecurity Specialist Job at Nesco Resource in Bethpage
Nesco Resource, Bethpage, NY, United States
Senior Cybersecurity Specialist (Help Desk Focus)
Location: On-Site (Long Island, NY)
Salary: Up to $120,000 base + benefits
Overview
Excellent opportunity to join a stable, growing organization in a hands-on cybersecurity role with strong visibility across the business. This position blends IT support and cybersecurity , serving as a key escalation point while driving important initiatives around compliance, endpoint protection, and vulnerability management.
This is a full-time, on-site role , within a small, collaborative team. You’ll play a critical role in strengthening the company’s cybersecurity posture while supporting day‑to‑day IT operations.
Key Responsibilities
Serve as the technical escalation point for complex IT and endpoint‑related issues
Support and contribute to cybersecurity initiatives , including NIST 800-171 and CMMC compliance efforts
Perform vulnerability management , remediation, and patching activities
Manage and monitor endpoint security tools , including CrowdStrike EDR
Conduct malware screening for sensitive files, including government‑related drawings and contracts
Assist with audit readiness, documentation, and compliance reporting
Help improve IT service delivery, reduce ticket backlog, and enhance overall support processes
Proactively identify opportunities for process improvement and security enhancements
Qualifications
3+ years of experience in IT support, help desk, or systems support with cybersecurity exposure
Hands‑on experience with:
Endpoint security / EDR tools (CrowdStrike strongly preferred)
Vulnerability management and patching
Troubleshooting across endpoints and user environments
Familiarity with NIST 800-171 (CMMC knowledge is a plus)
Experience in a regulated environment (aerospace, defense, or government) is a plus
Strong communication skills with the ability to ask questions, elevate issues, and collaborate effectively
Self‑starter with a proactive, problem‑solving mindset
Compensation & Benefits
Base Salary: $80,000 – $120,000 (flexible for top candidates)
Medical, dental, and vision coverage
Paid time off + sick time
Casual work environment
Company‑sponsored events and team activities
Nesco Resource offers a comprehensive benefits package for our associates, which includes a MEC (Minimum Essential Coverage) plan that encompasses Medical, Vision, Dental, 401K, and EAP (Employee Assistance Program) services.
Nesco Resource provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
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