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# Senior IT Security Specialist (Security Support/Analysis)

- **Company:** Peraton Inc
- **Location:** Arlington, VA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $112,000.0 - $179,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Data Analysis, Cyber Security, Identity and Access Management, Information Systems Security Architecture Professional, Log Files, Security Support Provider Interface, SailPoint, Servicenow
- **Published:** July 15, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9030230/senior-it-security-specialist-security-supportanalysis

## About the Role

* Bachelors degree and 10 years experience or a High School diploma/equivalent and 14 years of experience.
 * U.S. Citizenship required: must have the ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance
 * 10 years of experience with NIST RMF.
 * 5 years of experience in with identity and access management and/or system log analysis.
 * Knowledge of emerging and current technology products and services that address business needs and enhances the quality of work.
 * Must have a DoD 8570.1 IAM Level III certification prior to starting work and throughout the entire period of performance such as:
 + CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional)
 + CISM (Certified Information Security Manager)
 + GSLC (GIAC Security Leadership Certification)
 + CCISO (Certified Chief Information Security Officer)
 * Experience implementing complex technical security solutions.
 * Experience directing and reviewing the activities of teams performing security assessment of applications, IT Resources, and outsourced services.
 * Ability to conduct analysis of operations and methods to improve quality and effectiveness.
 * Knowledge of specialized security tools and methodologies such as SailPoint, ServiceNow, Imperva, and other approved tools.
 * Experience developing presentations and presenting to clients.

Preferred Qualifications:

 * Ability to work effectively with others in a team-oriented setting.
 * Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

## Description

* The Senior IT Security Specialist provides, with minimal direction, analysis, implementation, and evaluation of current and proposed security initiatives.
 * Performs various activities to support Access Control.
 * Activities include maintaining and monitoring user access, monitoring access to the network, responding to audit requests, and performing periodic application reviews, data analyses and reporting projects.
 * Perform the assigned tasks requiring specialized technical or analytical expertise.
 * Creating reports, manuals, policies, procedures, and presentations of varying levels of complexity, identifying and recommending resolution of processing problems.
 * Additional responsibilities include conducting reviews and audits, gathering facts, analyzing data, and preparing synopsis comparing alternatives in terms of cost, time, availability of tools and personnel, recommending a course of actions.


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