Job Description :
- The Security Operations Specialist will be responsible for monitoring, detecting, and responding to threats across enterprise systems, ensuring compliance with industry frameworks, and supporting vulnerability management initiatives.
- This role involves maintaining security documentation, assisting with audits, and delivering security awareness programs to safeguard Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) and enterprise data.
Responsibilities :
Conduct continuous monitoring of enterprise systems using CrowdStrike, Client, and Tenable.Detect, investigate, and respond to potential threats and incidents impacting CUI and overall system security.Maintain dashboards, alerts, and reports to ensure proactive detection and escalation of risks.Perform ongoing vulnerability assessments, track remediation efforts, and validate closure of findings.Support patch and configuration management processes to reduce the attack surface.Deliver metrics and risk posture updates to leadership.Maintain and update System Security Plans (SSPs) to document security control implementation.Support external and internal audits by providing evidence, documentation, and remediation tracking.Assist in compliance with evolving frameworks such as NIST and FISMA.Triage, analyze, and document security incidents across enterprise systems.Coordinate with IT and business stakeholders on containment, eradication, and recovery efforts.Deliver incident reports, root cause analysis, and lessons learned documentation.Develop and deliver security awareness programs focused on CUI handling, phishing defense, and insider threat mitigation.Conduct specialized training for privileged users and administrators.Track participation and report effectiveness of awareness initiatives.Provide leadership with actionable insights through Client dashboards, Tenable reports, and CrowdStrike summaries.Deliver executive-level updates highlighting risks, compliance status, and incident trends.Track remediation activities and ensure timely closure of findings.Qualification And Education :
Bachelor’s degree in Information Security, Cybersecurity, IT, or related field. Equivalent experience may be considered.Requirement / Must Have :
Hands-on experience with Client, CrowdStrike Falcon, and Tenable Nessus or Tenable.Client.Strong understanding of CUI protection requirements and compliance frameworks including NIST, FISMA, IRS Pub 1075, CMS, and SSA.Experience with incident response, vulnerability management, and risk assessments.Strong analytical, documentation, and communication skills.