IT Security Specialist

About the role

We are seeking an IT Security Specialist to join our team in Aurora, CO. This position requires full U.S. Citizenship and a TS/SCI clearance with polygraph. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in cybersecurity principles, threat detection, and incident response.

Responsibilities

• Implement security policies
• Experience with security monitoring tools
• Knowledge of compliance frameworks
• Able to assess vulnerabilities
• Familiarity with data encryption standards
• Strong analytical mindset
• Proficiency in threat detection
• Incident response capabilities
• Knowledge of intrusion detection systems
• Expertise in access control management
• Ability to configure firewalls
• Understanding of malware analysis
• Familiarity with ethical hacking techniques
• Knowledge of cloud security practices
• Understanding of zero-trust architecture
• Exposure to artificial intelligence in security
• Experience with security automation tools
• Awareness of emerging cyber threats

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, Information Security, Network Security, Digital Forensics, Computer Engineering, Systems Security, Data Science, etc.
• General comment on degrees: Additional experience (4-5 years) in lieu of a Bachelor's Degree. Some contracts give 4-5 years experience credit for a Bachelor's Degree. Some contracts give 2 years experience credit for a Master's Degree.

Qualifications

• Full U.S. Citizenship and TS/SCI clearance with polygraph

Skills

• Desired Skills: Familiarity with ethical hacking techniques, knowledge of cloud security practices, understanding of zero-trust architecture, exposure to artificial intelligence in security, experience with security automation tools, awareness of emerging cyber threats

Benefits

• Excellent Salaries
• Flexible Work Schedule
• Cafeteria Style Benefits
• 10% - 401k Matching (Vested Immediately)
• Additional 401k Profit Sharing
• 30 days Paid Leave/Holiday (No Use or Lose!)
• The day off for your birthday
• Medical/Dental/Vision - 100% employee coverage. ($1200 allowance - or a bonus)
• HSA/FSA/LA
• Long Term/Short Term Disability - 100% employee coverage. No cost to you
• Life Insurance - 100% employee coverage. No cost to you
• Additonal Discretionary Life Insurance
• Paid Training
• No long, wordy reviews with tons of paperwork!!!
• Referral bonus program with recurring annual payments

How to Apply

Email us at jobs@cymertek.com or apply today: www.cymertek.com

Equal Opportunity Employer

Cymertek is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We embrace and celebrate differences in our employees, recognizing that a diverse workforce enhances our creativity, innovation, and overall success. At Cymertek, employment decisions are made based on merit, qualifications, and business needs without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. We believe in creating an environment where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and where opportunities for professional growth and advancement are accessible to everyone, regardless of background or identity.