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IMTS - Innovative Management & Technology Services, LLC (IMTS) · 5 months ago

Senior Information Security Specialist

IMTS is a fast-growing company highly experienced in cyber security and cloud computing. As a Senior Information Security Specialist, you will play a critical role in protecting the organization’s information systems, ensuring robust security controls, and collaborating with Agile teams to embed security best practices throughout the system lifecycle.

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Responsibilities

Lead comprehensive reviews of management, operational, personnel, and technical security controls to verify their effectiveness during all phases of the system lifecycle
Identify, evaluate, and mitigate technical and operational security risks, threats, vulnerabilities, and weaknesses across diverse information systems
Drive compliance efforts with government standards and industry best practices, including NIST, OWASP, Common Criteria, DISA, and SANS Institute guidelines
Collaborate within Agile development teams to integrate security throughout the software development lifecycle, supporting secure design, testing, and deployment
Utilize hands-on expertise in networking, system administration, and software development to analyze security impacts and recommend improvements
Oversee audit log reviews and system alerting using Splunk or similar SIEM platforms to detect, investigate, and respond to security incidents
Communicate security findings clearly and effectively to technical teams and leadership, fostering a culture of security awareness and continuous improvement

Qualification

NIST SP 800-53SplunkAgile developmentCISSPIncident responseVulnerability managementCloud securityCommunication skillsMentoring

Required

Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent experience
Minimum 7 years of experience in information security, IT risk management, or related roles, preferably in federal or state government environments
Strong knowledge of federal cybersecurity frameworks including NIST SP 800-53, OWASP Top 10, DISA STIGs, and Common Criteria
Hands-on experience with networking concepts, system administration, and software development practices
Proficiency in using Splunk or comparable SIEM tools for security event monitoring, audit log analysis, and incident response
Experience working within Agile or Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) teams and integrating security in fast-paced development environments
Excellent communication skills with the ability to convey complex security concepts to technical and non-technical audiences
Active Top Secret clearance is required
U.S. Citizenship is required

Preferred

Professional certifications such as CISSP, CISM, Security+, or GIAC
Experience with continuous monitoring, vulnerability management, and incident response processes
Familiarity with cloud security principles and related compliance frameworks
Demonstrated ability to mentor junior staff and foster cross-team collaboration

Benefits

Tuition reimbursement
Employer-contributed 401K
Referral bonuses

Company

IMTS - Innovative Management & Technology Services, LLC (IMTS)

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IMTS is a US Small Business Administration (SBA) certified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB), a trusted partner to the Federal Government and world-class integrators.

Funding

Current Stage
Growth Stage

Leadership Team

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Rodney DeCarteret, MBA
President and CEO
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