IT Security Specialist, Level 2; FORECASTED

Overview

IT Security Specialist, Level 2 (FORECASTED) – Independent Software

As an IT Security Specialist, you’ll play a critical role in designing and supporting systems that protect highly sensitive financial and business data. You’ll work alongside a collaborative and mission-focused team that values expertise, trust, and continuous learning—while supporting programs that matter.

• Enable the planning, coordination, and implementation of enterprise-level information security strategies.
• Analyze the current security infrastructure, define future program needs, and help design and implement high-security IT systems.
• Provide support to the ISSM to maintain the appropriate Cybersecurity posture for systems, programs, or enclaves.
• Assist with the day-to-day security operations and ensure system compliance with government security policies.
• Support the development and maintenance of system security plans and other authorization documents.
• Manage and assess the security impact of changes to information systems.
• Assist in developing and implementing IT security policies and programs.
• Maintain configuration management for security-relevant hardware, software, and firmware.
• Collaborate with Government and contractor teams on technical security matters.
• Support system security documentation, policy development, and change management.
• Ensure operational security compliance with organizational and DoD directives.

• Experience with system security design, policy enforcement, and vulnerability management.
• Familiarity with current security tools, encryption techniques, and secure communications protocols.
• Understanding of risk management processes, incident response, and system hardening.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills for interfacing with technical teams and leadership.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team supporting mission-critical systems.

• Ten (10) years of relevant experience in security authorization, IT security policy, or related Cybersecurity functions.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, IT Engineering, or a related technical field from an accredited college or university.
• In lieu of a degree, an additional four (4) years of directly related experience may be substituted (totaling 14 years).

• Candidate must meet IAM Level II or III certification requirements (e.g., CAP, CASP+ CE, CISM, GSLC, CISSP, or equivalent).

• Must possess an active TS/SCI with appropriate Polygraph to be considered for this role.
• This position is contingent on contract award.

We’re an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

• Mid-Senior level

• Full-time

• Information Technology

• IT Services and IT Consulting

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