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# IT Security Specialist

- **Company:** SK hynix
- **Location:** San Jose, CA, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** $95,000 - $135,000
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Applications Architecture, Cloud Computing Security, Cyber Security, Information Systems, Computer Networks, Elasticsearch, Identity and Access Management, Information Technology Operations, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Intrusion Detection Systems, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Log Analysis, Packet Analyzer, Nmap, Azure Active Directory, Security Information and Event Management, Diagnostic Tools, In-Plane Switching (IPS), Veracode, Malware, Firewalls (Computer Science), Information Technology, Tenable Nessus, Patch Management, Nessus, Splunk, Vulnerability Analysis
- **Published:** November 12, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=8ef4509a8ae7b0de

## About the Role

Education & Language

 * Bachelor's degree in Industrial Security, Computer Science, Information Technology, MIS, or a related technical field.
 * Fluent in Korean and English (spoken and written) is required to coordinate with global HQ and local branch offices.

Experience

 * More than 3 years of experience in the IT security field, covering system administration or technical support roles.

Technical Skills

 * Hands-on experience operating enterprise security solutions such as firewall, IPS/IDS, VPN, NAC, and EDR/XDR.
 * Practical experience in security monitoring and operations (SOC), including threat detection, log analysis (e.g., SIEM, Elastic Stack, Splunk), and incident handling.
 * Experience responding to hacking incidents and security breaches, including malware analysis support, containment, eradication, and root cause analysis.
 * Hands-on experience conducting system vulnerability assessments and patch management, using scanning tools (e.g., Nmap, Nessus, Veracode) and remediation tracking.
 * Working knowledge of cloud security practices and controls for M365, Azure AD/Entra ID, or other cloud platforms, including identity and access management.
 * Experience managing security projects, including planning, vendor coordination, implementation, and progress reporting to stakeholders.

Soft Skills

 * Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills with a high eager-to-learn mindset.
 * Excellent communication skills and strong service-oriented attitude for interacting with users and HQ teams., In compliance with federal law, SK hynix America also participates in the federal E-Verify program. Upon accepting an offer of employment, all newly hired individuals will be required to complete Form I-9, which includes verifying identity and legal authorization to work in the United States. Please review the official government posters detailing your rights and protections prior to applying:
 * E-Verify Participation Poster (Bilingual English & Spanish)
 * IER Right to Work Poster (English)
 * IER Right to Work Poster (Spanish)

## Description

As the IT Security Specialist for SK hynix America, you will be responsible for operating and managing the organization's security solutions, as well as delivering shared IT security services for other subsidiaries and branch offices. This position includes supporting IT security reviews, developing security architecture, and responding to external hacking attempts and security incidents., * Develop and oversee security policies, access control policies, and security solution policies such as firewalls.

 * Operate and maintain security solutions, including SIEM, EDR, IPS, and WAF.
 * Monitor and analyze security logs and network traffic, utilizing packet analysis to identify and address threats.
 * Detect and respond to intrusion attempts, malicious activity, and unusual behavior through proactive security monitoring.
 * Conduct security assessments for new systems, applications, and infrastructure modifications.
 * Identify security vulnerabilities by understanding network, server, and application architectures
 * Deploy vulnerability assessment and diagnostic tools to identify and remediate security risks.
 * Investigate security incidents, perform root cause analysis, assess impact, and implement corrective actions.
 * Conduct comprehensive security review when there is any information system deployment, and information system changes.
 * Support external security audits and required compliance work.
 * Collaborate with IT operations and development teams to ensure security requirements are integrated.
 * Maintain knowledge and skills on recent evolving threats, attack methods, and security best practices.