IT Security Specialist

TRIAEM, LLC; Suitland (MD); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company as an IT Security Specialist, where you'll safeguard critical NOAA satellite systems. This role involves managing IT security activities, compliance, and vulnerability management, with opportunities for professional growth in a collaborative environment. Work on cutting-edge technology while ensuring the security of vital data for weather forecasting and environmental monitoring.

Benefits

Professional Growth

Cutting-Edge Tools

Qualifications

• 6-8+ years of hands-on experience in IT security.
• Experience with NOAA and NESDIS security environments.

Responsibilities

• Oversee security of cloud and on-premises systems.
• Conduct daily security health monitoring and prepare reports.
• Investigate security-related events and create tickets.

Skills

Satellite ground systems architecture

IT security principles

Federal IT security policies

Scripting

Systems engineering

Systems administration

Education

BS / BA in Engineering

Computer Science

Tools

Tenable Nessus

IBM BigFix

TripWire

F5 BigIP

CyberArk

ArcSight

PowerShell

Python

Job description

TRIAEM is seeking a highly skilled and experienced IT Security Specialist to provide critical IT Security support for NOAA's Joint Polar Satellite System (JPSS) meteorological and environmental satellite missions. This is an exciting opportunity to work on cutting-edge satellite technology while safeguarding mission-critical systems that provide essential data for weather forecasting and environmental monitoring.

In this role, you will play a key part in supporting IT security activities, procedures, and reporting for JPSS ground systems operations and maintenance. This position is primarily on-site at NOAA's Satellite Operations Facility (NSOF) in Suitland, MD , with some telework flexibility.

Why Join TRIAEM?

• Mission Impact : Protect and secure NOAA's satellite systems that deliver real-time data for global weather forecasting and environmental protection.
• Professional Growth : Expand your expertise by managing a wide range of security technologies and collaborating with top-tier cybersecurity professionals.
• Cutting-Edge Tools : Work hands-on with advanced security tools in cloud and on-premises environments, including BigFix, TripWire, Tenable Security Center, Trellix, F5 BigIP, CyberArk, ArcSight (MicroFocus), Axonius, and PKI Axway servers.

Key Responsibilities

• Information Security Management : Oversee the security of cloud and on-premises systems, ensuring compliance with Federal, NIST, NOAA, and NESDIS policies.
• POA&M Oversight : Support the successful completion of Plans of Action and Milestones (POA&M) , ensuring deadlines and requirements are met.
• Vulnerability Management : Run Nessus vulnerability scans, analyze results, and upload findings to Tenable Security Center (Tenable.sc).
• Certificate Management : Manage DoD certificates for users, servers, and workstations, ensuring seamless operation across all environments.
• System Impact Analysis (SIA) : Draft and submit SIAs for all planned changes and implementations to Security Leads and ISSOs for approval.
• Security Monitoring & Reporting : Conduct daily security health monitoring, perform malware scans, and prepare weekly reports for JPSS stakeholders.
• Incident Response & Troubleshooting : Investigate and track security-related events, creating tickets and discrepancy reports via ClearQuest and Jira.
• Security Control Assessment (SCA) : Assist the ISSO with artifact collection, coordination, and oversight during annual Security Control Assessments.
• Automation & Scripting : Use PowerShell and Python scripts to monitor and maintain system and application health.
• Team Coordination : Organize on-call schedules and oversee daily, weekly, monthly, and quarterly deliverables for the Security Team.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• 6-8+ years of hands-on experience with :

Satellite ground systems architecture and IT security principles.

• Federal IT security policies, including FISMA, NIST 800-53, FIPS, and NOAA / NESDIS IT security controls.
• Security tools such as Tenable Nessus / Security Center, IBM BigFix, TripWire, Trellix, F5 BigIP, CyberArk, ArcSight (MicroFocus), Axonius, and experience with scripting (PowerShell & Python).
• Demonstrated Experience supporting NOAA and NESDIS security environments.
• Strong understanding of systems engineering and systems administration processes.

Preferred Certifications

• CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional) - Highly Preferred
• CompTIA Security+, CEH, or equivalent.
• DoD 8570 IAT Level II and IAT Level III certifications preferred.

Clearance & Citizenship Requirements

• U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident who has resided in the U.S. for at least 3 of the last 5 years.
• Must be able to pass a background investigation to obtain a security badge and gain access to applicable government facilities and systems.

Education

• BS / BA in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related discipline (or equivalent combination of education and experience).

Location

This position is primarily on-site at NOAA's Satellite Operations Facility (NSOF) in Suitland, MD , with some telework flexibility.

Join TRIAEM today and make a lasting impact on the security of critical NOAA satellite systems that protect lives and property worldwide.

Skills & Requirements Qualifications

TRIAEM LLC is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, protected veteran status, race, color, sexual orientation / gender identity, religious creed, national origin, citizenship, marital status, sex, age, or genetic information. Applicants may be subject to a background investigation based on job requirements. TRIAEM Prohibits Discrimination and Harassment of Any Kind; we are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at TRIAEM are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. TRIAEM will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.

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