IT Security Specialist IV with Security Clearance

3 weeks ago


Boulder CO United States Cherokee Federal Full time
IT Security Specialist IV This position requires an active Public Trust clearance or the ability to obtain a Public Trust clearance to be considered
The Security Specialist IV role is vital in safeguarding our clients' data and systems
You will be a key player in maintaining a robust security posture and collaborating with technical teams to implement best practices
This position offers the opportunity to work independently while also contributing to strategic IT security initiatives
Compensation & Benefits: Estimated Starting Salary Range for IT Security Specialist IV: $135,000 to $150,000
Pay commensurate with experience
Full time benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, and other possible benefits as provided
Benefits are subject to change with or without notice
IT Security Specialist IV Responsibilities Include: • Create, update, and apply protocols to identify and remediate vulnerabilities in a variety of OS, containers, and microservices in a complex heterogeneous environment
• Design and implement procedures for vulnerability scans and security configuration management
• Respond to and document security incidents efficiently, ensuring swift resolution
• Contribute to risk assessments to proactively identify and mitigate security weaknesses
• Implement cloud security best practices and secure cloud environments
• Manage firewall requests, Let's Encrypt certificates and web traffic flow
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned IT Security Specialist IV Experience, Education, Skills, Abilities requested: • Bachelor's degree in computer engineering or related field, or equivalent experience
• Minimum of 4 years of experience as a Security Specialist in a complex, multi-system UNIX environment
• Demonstrated experience with various operating systems (Windows, macOS, Linux distributions)
• In-depth understanding of IT security best practices
• Proficiency with security scanning tools
• Familiarity with relevant frameworks like NIST SP 800-53
• Experience with security tools like BigFix, Tenable Security Center, and Web Application Firewalls
• Strong understanding of networking principles and cloud-based security (AWS, GCP, Azure)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• The ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks effectively
• Must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal Company Information: Cherokee Services Group (CSG) is a part of Cherokee Federal - the division of tribally owned federal contracting companies owned by Cherokee Nation Businesses
As a trusted partner for more than 60 federal clients, Cherokee Federal LLCs are focused on building a brighter future, solving complex challenges, and serving the government's mission with compassion and heart
To learn more about CSG, visit cherokee-federal.com
#CherokeeFederal #LI-RA2 Cherokee Federal is a military friendly employer
Veterans and active military transitioning to civilian status are encouraged to apply
Similar searchable job titles: • Senior Cybersecurity Analyst • Information Security Manager • Network Security Engineer • Security Operations Center (SOC) Lead • IT Security Architect Keywords: • Cybersecurity • Information Security • Network Security • Senior • Specialist IV Legal Disclaimer: Cherokee Federal is an equal opportunity employer
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Candidates must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal.

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