IT Security Specialist

THE JUDGE GROUP, INC.
Waterford Township, United States of America
4 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Temporary contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Working hours
Regular working hours
Languages
English
Experience level
Intermediate
Compensation
$ 125K

Job location

Waterford Township, United States of America

Tech stack

Artificial Intelligence
Software System Penetration Testing
Bash
Cloud Computing Security
Computer Security
Computer Telephony Integration
Data Control
Data Infrastructure
Data Integrity
Digital Forensics
Intrusion Detection and Prevention
Python
Network Security
Open Web Application Security
Powershell
Zero Trust Network Access
Security Information and Event Management
Software Vulnerability Management
Software Security
Mitre Att&ck
Malware
Cyber Threat Analysis
Containerization
Information Technology
Cybercrime
Security Orchestration, Automation & Response

Job description

Under general direction, the IT Security Specialist will evaluate the effectiveness of internal data controls, business and technical processes, and technology platforms to ensure system and data integrity. This role will support security operations through hands-on analysis, troubleshooting, and review of IT systems and data environments., * Perform security and integrity reviews of IT systems and data

  • Analyze and respond to security events, alerts, and incidents
  • Troubleshoot technical and security-related issues
  • Document processes, findings, and remediation steps
  • Collaborate with internal stakeholders and communicate findings effectively
  • Support ongoing improvements to security posture and processes

Requirements

  • Minimum 2+ years of hands-on experience in at least one of the following:

  • SOC Analysis

  • Threat Hunting

  • Detection Engineering

  • Network Security Engineering

Experience working in client-facing environments, including:

  • Email, chat, and video communication
  • Screen sharing and technical discussions

Minimum 2+ years of active technical troubleshooting, including:

  • Investigating system or security issues
  • Creating documentation (runbooks, reports, procedures)

Strong interest in information security and evolving threat landscape

Ability to demonstrate knowledge in at least 3 of the following domains:

  • Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC)
  • Cloud Security / Hosted Applications
  • Containerization
  • Application Security
  • Network Security / Zero Trust Architecture
  • Endpoint Security / OS Hardening
  • Security Tooling & Automation (PowerShell, Python, Bash)
  • Malware Analysis / Digital Forensics
  • Incident Response & Remediation
  • Penetration Testing
  • Cyber Threat Intelligence (CTI)
  • Vulnerability Management
  • Data Protection

Nice-to-Have Qualifications

  • Certifications:

  • ISACA CRISC

  • ISC2 SSCP

Experience with:

  • SOAR platforms and automation tools
  • AI tools/models for security automation, reporting, or research

Familiarity with frameworks:

  • NIST (CSF 2.0, 800-53, 800-207)
  • MITRE ATT&CK
  • OWASP

Exposure to:

  • Web application penetration testing
  • Broader information security community involvement

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