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# Cybersecurity Specialist 1

- **Company:** The Georgia Technology Authority (gta)
- **Location:** Atlanta, GA, United States (Remote available)
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** $65,100.0 - $83,500.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Active Directory, Cyber Security, Information Systems, Computer Networks, Data Governance, Linux, Disaster Recovery, Federal Information Processing Standards (FIPS), Local Area Networks, Network Security, Network Administration, PCI Data Security Standards, User Environment Management, Cyber Threat Analysis, Information Technology, Server Operating Systems & Platforms, Vulnerability Analysis
- **Published:** October 27, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/f58e9e8a-b504-4f1f-b298-8b611f8682e9

## About the Role

* Associates degree in Computer Science/ Information Technology/ Information Security or related field or equivalent experience and two (2) years of proven experience and demonstrated success in technology leadership with emphasis on information security and data governance OR Four (4) years of proven experience and demonstrated success in technology leadership with emphasis on information security and data governance
 * Currently holds an entry level cyber certification per state guidelines or achieves within 12 months of start date: (Security+, Network+, Linux+, MTA, GISF*) Any GIAC certified entry level certification accepted
 + Must hold or be able to qualify for a US Department of Homeland Security (DHS) clearance
 * Must be flexible: available after core business hours and travel to/from incidents throughout the State of Georgia
 * Comfortable working in restricted environment with limited connectivity

Preferred Qualifications (in addition to meeting the minimum qualifications preference will be given to candidates who, demonstrate some or all of the following skills/experience):

 * Knowledge with various cybersecurity best practices, frameworks, and regulations such as: NIST Special Publications documents (SP 800-30, 800-37, 800-50, 800-53A, 800-53, 800-60, 800-61, and 800-64), NIST FIPS (FIPS-199, 200, 140-2), IT Security frameworks - (NIST Special Pubs 800 Series, NIST Cybersecurity Framework, ISO 27000 Series), CIS CSC, and regulations (FISMA, HIPAA, CJIS, SSA, PCI-DSS).
 + Knowledge of Microsoft Active Directory, and Microsoft enterprise security best practices, various Windows application server platforms and end user applications.
 + Working knowledge of enterprise network solutions, delivery technologies, and engineered network security solutions
 + Experience in project management a plus
 + Strong, oral and written communication skills with ability to understand technology sufficiently to clearly communicate the complexity in simple terms for key stakeholders
 + Knowledge pertaining to concepts, principles and application of cyber risk management and/or compliance practices.
 + Experience in the development of cybersecurity and business processes and the integration of new processes into existing ones.
 + Experience in the management of information security training and awareness programs with familiarity with reporting of metrics/KPIs.

## Description

The Georgia Technology Authority (GTA) currently manages the delivery of IT infrastructure services to 89 Executive Branch agencies and managed network services to more than 1,200 state and local government entities. IT infrastructure services encompass mainframes, servers, service desk, end user computing, disaster recovery and security. Managed network services include the state's wide and local area networks, voice, cable and wiring, and conferencing services., Cybersecurity Specialist 1 is established to participate in information security related projects and ensuring people, processes, and technology aligns with the desired security posture of the organization. The Cybersecurity Specialist 1 is trained and experienced in meeting security needs of the agency and its employees in multiple locations., * Assists with the development and enforcement of policies and plans in compliance with laws, regulations, policies, and standards in support of organizational information technology and cybersecurity activities.

 * Communicates with all levels of management and other supporting or supported agency business owners on cyber risks existing within the organization.

 * Manages assigned resources to support IT and security goals and objectives to reduce the overall organizational risk.

 * Advises management on technology, information system policy matters, and maintains continuous lines of communication by keeping the agency ISO informed of all critical information security issues.

 * Provides status reporting on security projects and cybersecurity maturity using dashboards as directed.

 * Provides support in the areas of audit & compliance, security awareness training, vulnerability assessment, risk assessment, network security, endpoint security, product evaluation, and security solution implementation.

 * Provides assistance in the agency cyber incident management, plan and conduct table-top exercises
 * Provides assistance in the agency disaster recovery planning and business continuity planning activities

 * Maintains a working knowledge of IT and cybersecurity support contracts, develops and maintains necessary relationships with IT and cybersecurity partners.

 * Performs other duties as assigned