Information Security Specialist.

Location: #Washington.
Salary: $86.00 - $100.00 hourly.
Employer: ALTA IT Services.

Responsibilities:
• Monitor, detect, and respond to security threats and incidents.
• Conduct vulnerability assessments and risk mitigation.
• Ensuring security updates are current across all systems.
• Implement and manage security tools (e.g., SIEM , endpoint protection).
• Monitor for compliance with security standards such as NIST Risk Management Framework (RMF).
• Collaborate with IT and Engineering teams to embed security in infrastructure and applications.
• Investigate security breaches and document findings and recommendations.
• Participate in security awareness training and programs.
• Stay current with emerging threats, trends, and technologies.

Requirements:
• Bachelor’s degree in Information Security, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 3+ years of hands-on experience in cybersecurity roles.
• Strong understanding of networking, operating systems (Windows, Linux), and cloud security (AWS/Azure,).
• Hands-on experience with tools such as Splunk, CrowdStrike, Nessus Security Center, BigFix, Wireshark, etc.
• Knowledge of incident response processes and procedures.
• Knowledge of security frameworks and compliance standards (e.g., NIST, ISO, HIPAA).
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.

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