IT Security Specialist 26-04874

Job Title: IT Security Specialist
Location: Pontiac MI
Duration: 12 Months
Experience Level: Junior to Mid-Level

Position Overview

Navitas Partners LLC is seeking a motivated IT Security Specialist to support and enhance organizational cybersecurity efforts. Under general direction this role will evaluate the effectiveness of internal data controls business and technical processes and overall system performance to ensure the integrity and security of IT systems and data.

The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in security operations and a strong interest in staying current with the evolving threat landscape.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform security and integrity assessments of IT systems and organizational data
• Evaluate internal controls technical processes and system performance
• Monitor analyze and respond to security events and incidents
• Troubleshoot technical issues and document findings solutions and procedures
• Collaborate with internal teams and communicate effectively with stakeholders via email chat and virtual meetings
• Support continuous improvement of security processes and controls

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of hands-on experience in at least one of the following areas:
  • SOC (Security Operations Center) Analysis
  • Threat Hunting
  • Detection Engineering
  • Network Security Engineering
• Minimum 2 years of experience in technical troubleshooting including documentation of processes and resolutions
• Experience working in client-facing environments including virtual communication and screen sharing
• Strong understanding of at least three (3) of the following security domains:
  • Governance Risk and Compliance (GRC)
  • Cloud Security and Hosted Applications
  • Containerization Security
  • Application Security
  • Network Security and Zero Trust Architecture (ZTNA)
  • Endpoint Security and OS Hardening
  • Security Automation (PowerShell Python Bash)
  • Malware Analysis and Digital Forensics
  • Incident Response and Remediation
  • Penetration Testing
  • Cyber Threat Intelligence (CTI)
  • Vulnerability Management
  • Data Protection
• Strong willingness to learn and stay current with cybersecurity trends and threats

Preferred Qualifications

• Relevant certifications such as CRISC (ISACA) or SSCP (ISC2)
• Experience with SOAR platforms and automation tools
• Exposure to AI/ML tools for automation reporting or research
• Familiarity with security frameworks such as:
  • NIST CSF 2.0
  • NIST 800-207 (Zero Trust)
  • NIST 800-53
• Knowledge of:
  • MITRE ATT&CK Framework
  • OWASP standards and web application security testing
• Engagement with the broader cybersecurity community (forums conferences etc.)

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About Navitas Partners LLC:It is a certified WBENC and one of the fastest-growingTechnical / ITstaffing firms in the US providing services to numerous clients. We offer the most competitive pay for every position. We understand this is a partnership. You will not be blindsided and your salary will be discussed upfront.