Cybersecurity Manager

Cybersecurity Manager

Location: On-site – Santa Monica, CA

Employment Type: Full-Time

Compensation: $140,000 – $150,000

PTO: Flexible

Benefits: Comprehensive Health Package

About Hidonix Industries

Hidonix Industries is a fast-growing, innovation-driven company focused on building secure, scalable technology solutions. As we expand our infrastructure and product footprint, security is a foundational priority, not an afterthought.

We are looking for a hands-on, strategic cybersecurity leader to join us as our Cybersecurity Manager This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a startup environment and is excited to build and scale a security program from the ground up.

Role Overview

As Head of Cybersecurity, you will be responsible for designing, implementing, and leading Hidonix’s entire security program. This is a builder role: you will define the strategy, select tools, establish processes, and execute alongside a lean team.

You will work cross-functionally with Engineering, Product, Legal, and Leadership to embed security into every layer of the business while preparing the organization for key compliance milestones.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead or support implementation of cybersecurity frameworks including CMMC, NIST 800-171, NIST 800-53, and ISO 27001
• Conduct gap assessments and remediation planning to achieve compliance targets
• Ensure compliance with DFARS 252.204-7012 requirements, including safeguarding CDI and incident reporting
• Design and maintain controls to protect Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) in nonfederal systems
• Support development and continuous improvement of the ISO/IEC 27001 ISMS
• Perform security configuration assessments aligned with STIGs
• Establish and maintain a centralized compliance tracking / GRC system (CMMS or equivalent)
• Collaborate with Engineering, IT, and Legal teams to align security with evolving regulatory and customer requirements
• Support audits, internal assessments, and incident response processes with strong documentation and traceability
• (CISO Track) Define and execute overall cybersecurity strategy, tooling, and roadmap
• (CISO Track) Build and scale the security function, including tools, processes, and future team

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or related field
• 3+ years (Compliance Track) or 8–12+ years (CISO Track) of experience in cybersecurity, compliance, or risk management
• Hands-on experience with NIST 800-171 and/or 800-53 frameworks
• Familiarity with DoD regulations, including DFARS and CMMC
• Strong understanding of ISO/IEC 27001 governance and implementation
• Experience working with or implementing STIGs
• Excellent communication, documentation, and cross-functional collaboration skills
• Experience or exposure to AWS GovCloud (AWS Gov) environments

Preferred

• Certifications such as CISSP, CISA, CISM, CRISC, or ISO 27001 Lead Implementer
• Experience with GRC / compliance management tools (CMMS or similar)
• Background in federal contracting or Defense Industrial Base (DIB) environments
• Experience building or scaling security programs in startups or high-growth companies

Other Requirements

• Must be a U.S. Citizen or valid Green Card holder
• Must be within commuting distance of Santa Monica, CA or willing to relocate
• Must be comfortable working on-site

Why Join Hidonix Industries?

• Opportunity to build and shape the company’s entire security and compliance program
• Direct exposure to executive leadership and strategic decision-making
• Fast-paced, high-ownership startup environment
• Competitive compensation aligned to experience
• Flexible PTO and comprehensive health benefits
• Work on meaningful security challenges in regulated and high-impact environments