Security Infrastructure Specialist

What we need

We’re looking for a Security Infrastructure Specialist who thrives in a dynamic, collaborative environment and is passionate about protecting critical systems and data. In this role, you’ll be a key player in maintaining and evolving COCC’s corporate security infrastructure—working hands-on with cutting-edge technologies like Next-Gen firewalls, IDS/IPS, MFA, PKI, DLP, SASE, and WAF systems.

What’s in it for you

• Hybrid schedules and ample paid time off allowing you work/life balance and flexibility
• Customized training and onboarding to support you in your first year at COCC
• Roadmap to career growth and advancement
• Robust employee development programs aligned with career pathing objectives
• Cutting-edge training and educational resources from vendors like SANS, PluralSight and CBTNuggets
• Generous PTO offerings, benefits and competitive compensation
• On-site fitness centers, wellness incentives, and lifestyle spending accounts
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Peer recognition programs

What you’ll do

You’ll support secure remote access, manage Internet protections, and contribute to the resilience of our secure network. From service installations to configuration changes and project implementations, your expertise will help shape the security posture of our organization. This is a role for someone who enjoys autonomy, values continuous learning, and is confident making informed decisions. You’ll work alongside a diverse team of professionals, contribute to strategic initiatives, and be part of an on-call rotation that ensures our systems stay secure 24/7.

What you’ll bring

• A bachelor’s degree (IT/IS preferred), or equivalent hands-on experience
• 2–5 years of experience supporting security-oriented network services
• Industry-recognized security certifications such as CompTIA Security+, SANS/GIAC GSEC, or (ISC)² SSCP
• Ability to interpret and explain complex technical information clearly and confidently
• Strong written and verbal communication skills across all levels of staff and leadership
• A collaborative and patient approach when working with internal teams on security-related requests
• Comfort working in a fast-paced environment where security requests are prioritized, tracked, and resolved with ownership and accountability
• Experience operating and maintaining enterprise-class security platforms such as NGFW, IDS/IPS, PKI, DLP, SASE, and WAF
• Comfortable working in both Linux and Windows environments
• Proficiency with productivity tools (documents, spreadsheets, diagrams, etc.)
• Solid understanding of common network protocols like HTTP/S, FTP, SSH, Email, Authentication, and DNS
• Familiarity with dynamic routing protocols is a plus
• Scripting ability in one or more languages such as Python, PowerShell, Bash, or Perl