IT Security Specialist (Remote)

About the Position

The IT Security Specialist oversees the operations of the enterprise’s security solutions and establishes an enterprise security stance through policy, architecture, and training processes. This position is responsible for the selection, implementation, and maintenance of enterprise IT system, business operation, and facility defenses against security breaches and vulnerability issues. The IT Security Specialist is also responsible for auditing existing systems and the enforcement of security policies, activities, and standards.

This is a fully remote Corporate position that can work from anywhere within the U.S. Must be able to successfully pass a background check.

Salary Range

$86,000 - $97,000. Salaries are determined based on several factors including external market data, internal equity, and the candidate’s related knowledge, skills, and abilities for the position

Responsibilities

• Perform or oversee the daily operation of Geneva's security systems and applications.
• Perform as the subject matter expert on Geneva Security applications and processes.
• Create, maintain, and enforce Geneva's security documents (policies, standards, baselines, guidelines and procedures).
• In partnership with Geneva's Safety Committee, create and maintain Geneva's Disaster Recovery Plan.
• Supervise Geneva IT staff in the performance of security-related tasks and activities as required.
• Monitors and routinely audits compliance to all information security procedures and policies and ensures consistency of internal controls across departments.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of the IT security industry including awareness of new or revised security solutions, improved security processes and the development of new attacks and threat vectors.
• Select and acquire additional security solutions or enhancements to existing security solutions to improve overall enterprise security.
• Oversee the deployment, integration, and initial configuration of all new security solutions and of any enhancements to existing security solutions in accordance with standard best operating procedures and applicable regulatory standards.
• Ensure the confidentiality, integrity and availability of Geneva data residing on or transmitted through Geneva-owned or controlled equipment or data repositories.
• Conduct investigations into problematic activity and ensure Geneva leadership is promptly and comprehensively informed.
• Oversee the design and execution of vulnerability assessments, penetration tests and security audits.
• Perform regular security awareness training for all employees to ensure consistently high levels of compliance with enterprise security documents.
• Collaborate with Geneva staff and leadership to ensure enterprise wide understanding of and compliance with security goals.
• Provide advanced technical consulting and advice to proposal efforts. Provide consulting advice to partners and clients as required.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree or equivalent work experience required.
• 1-2 years' experience implementing, configuring, and administering SIEM solutions required.
• 1-2 years' experience in enterprise security document creation required.
• 1-2 years’ experience and strong understanding of Federal government security standards, including NIST 800-53, FISMA, FedRAMP, DCAA, and DFARS required.
• 1-2 years' experience in enterprise security architecture design required.
• 1-2 years' experience in developing business continuity and disaster recovery plans required.
• Professional security certifications, including GIAC, ISACA, ISC2, CompTIA and Microsoft desired.
• Strong understanding of IP, TCP/IP, and other network administration protocols required.
• 1-2 years' in designing and delivering employee security awareness training desired.
• 1-2 years' experience in managing of staff desired. Must be organized, attentive to detail, and possess a positive, friendly, and professional demeanor.
• Must be flexible with changing priorities and able to communicate in a diplomatic and professional manner.
• Must be willing to undergo with the ability to pass a background check.

The Geneva Foundation is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.