Information Technology Specialist (Infosec)

We are seeking a highly skilled IT Management Specialist to contribute to our critical IT infrastructure, with a strong focus on cybersecurity, project oversight, and technical analysis within a dynamic environment. This role requires a professional capable of managing complex IT initiatives and ensuring robust security protocols.

• *Key Responsibilities:**
• Implement and enforce Cybersecurity and privacy principles.
• Identify and remediate security vulnerabilities through scans and continuous monitoring.
• Conduct scheduled audits, controls testing, and audit reviews.
• Lead and manage IT projects, including planning, scheduling, resource allocation, cost monitoring, and contractor performance.
• Provide comprehensive oversight for multiple IT programs, integrating dependent schedules and deliverables.
• Define, analyze, and manage functional and infrastructure requirements, translating them into technical specifications.
• Research and evaluate external products to meet mission requirements and business needs.
• Engage effectively with stakeholders, assessing requirements and providing expert assistance.
• Analyze existing technology, develop/revise IT policies, and provide detailed technical and cost analyses.
• *Required Qualifications:**
• **Education:** A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Science, Information Systems Management, Mathematics, Operations Research, Statistics, Technology Management, or a related field. Alternatively, a degree with a minimum of 24 semester hours in one or more of these fields is acceptable.
• **Experience:** At least one year of specialized experience (equivalent to a GS-11 federal level) demonstrating proficiency in:

* Attention to Detail * Customer Service * Oral Communication * Problem Solving * This experience must include implementing cybersecurity principles, recognizing system vulnerabilities, performing vulnerability scans, and continuous monitoring activities.

• **Technical Expertise:**

* Expert knowledge of IT assessment, planning, management, monitoring, and evaluation techniques. * Proficiency in developing, scheduling, coordinating, and managing IT projects and resources. * Ability to lead and manage information systems planning, development, implementation, operation, and maintenance. * Strong understanding of IT program management, including oversight of multiple projects and life cycle management. * Skills in identifying, analyzing, specifying, designing, and managing functional and infrastructure requirements. * Experience in stakeholder engagement and relationship management related to IT development efforts. * Ability to analyze complex technology, develop policies, and provide comprehensive technical and cost analysis.

• *Highly Desired Certifications:**
• DoD 8570 IAT II or III certification
• CISSP