Security Specialist- Top Secret - 174211

Zachary Piper Solutions; Morrisville (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Vision, Dental

PTO and Paid Holidays

Job summary

Piper Companies is seeking a Security Specialist- Top Secret to join a Cloud and Technology company in Morrisville, NC. This onsite role partners with engineering teams to maintain and improve enterprise cloud environments and security operations.

Responsibilities include managing device accountability, onboarding/offboarding, security staff, assessments, and incident reporting. Requires 0-2 years in related fields, Python, cloud platforms, Linux, and IaC tools; TS clearance preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science or related technical field.
• 0-2 years in software engineering, cloud technologies, DevOps, or related field.
• Proficiency in Python development with automation and scripting.
• Knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Familiarity with Linux, CI/CD, containers, Docker and Kubernetes.
• Experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools like Terraform or Ansible preferred.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage cloud infrastructure, automation, and deployment initiatives in collaboration with engineering teams.
• Support personnel security processes including onboarding/offboarding and clearance workflows.
• Assist in security assessments, self-inspections, vulnerability testing, and compliance reviews.
• Coordinate administrative inquiries related to adverse information, incidents, and reporting.
• Apply knowledge of NISPOM, SEAD-3, and ICDs to security operations and regulatory compliance.
• Utilize security systems and databases (DISS, NBIS, eAPP, SWFT, NISS, ACCS) for program security.

Skills

Python development

Automation scripting

Cloud technologies

CI/CD methodologies

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science or related technical discipline

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

Terraform

Ansible

Job description

Piper Companies is hiring a Security Specialist- Top Secretfor a Cloud and Technology company located in Morrisville, NC. The Security Specialist- Top Secretwill support cloud infrastructure, automation, and deployment initiatives while partnering with engineering teams to maintain and improve enterprise cloud environments.The Security Specialist- Top Secret role is an onsite position located in Morrisville, NC.

Responsibilities of the Security Specialist- Top Secret Include:

• Manage device accountability, electronic media control, document control, and inventory tracking to ensure compliance with security policies and procedures.
• Support personnel security processes including onboarding and offboarding, clearance prescreening, investigation initiation, fingerprint processing, security briefings/debriefings, indoctrinations, training, polygraph coordination, visit requests, badging, and subcontractor support.
• Assist in conducting security assessments, self-inspections, vulnerability testing, and compliance reviews; prepare reports, maintain audit records, and reconcile security-related data to ensure adherence to federal and local regulations.
• Coordinate and support administrative inquiries involving adverse information, security violations, and incident reporting in accordance with company and government security requirements.
• Apply knowledge of 32 CFR Part 117 (NISPOM), SEAD-3, and applicable Intelligence Community Directives (ICDs) to support security operations and regulatory compliance.
• Utilize security systems and databases including DISS, NBIS, eAPP, SWFT, NISS, and ACCS while leveraging strong organizational, written, and verbal communication skills to support personnel and program security functions.

Qualifications of the Security Specialist- Top Secret include:

• Bachelor's degree in computer science required; candidates with degrees in Computer Engineering, Mathematics, Information Technology, or related technical disciplines may be considered based on relevant experience and qualifications.
• 0-2 years of professional experience in software engineering, cloud technologies, DevOps, or a related field, or recent graduates with relevant internship experience, hands-on projects, and an active GitHub portfolio.
• Proficiency in Python development with a strong understanding of automation, scripting, and software development best practices.
• Knowledge of cloud computing platforms such as AWS, Microsoft Azure, or Google Cloud Platform gained through professional experience, coursework, certifications, internships, or personal projects.
• Familiarity with Linux operating systems, CI/CD methodologies, containerization technologies, Docker, Kubernetes, and infrastructure automation concepts.
• Experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as Terraform, Ansible, or similar technologies is preferred.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills with the ability to learn new technologies quickly.

Compensation for the Security Specialist- Top Secret include:

• $40-$48/hr
• Full Comprehensive Benefits: Health, Vision, Dental, PTO, Paid Holiday and Sick Leave if Required by Law

Keywords:TS, security specialist, cloud infrastructure

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This job opens for applications on 9/10/26. Applications for this job will be accepted for at least 30 days from the posting date.