Information Security Specialist

Tygart Technology

Clarksburg, West Virginia

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Agile Programming Methodologies, Best Practices, CompTIA Security+, Computer Security, Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA), Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), Federal Government, GIAC - Global Information Assurance Certification, Government, Government Standards, Industry Standards, Information Technology & Information Systems, Information/Data Security (InfoSec), Intelligence Community, Network Administration/Management, Network Systems, Operations Security (OPSEC), Professional Services, Regulatory Compliance, Retirement Plan, Security Attacks, Software Development, Splunk, State Government, System Lifecycle, Systems Administration/Management, Technical Analysis, Top Secret Clearance, U.S. National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), United States Department of Justice (DOJ)
LOCATION
Clarksburg, West Virginia
POSTED
30+ days ago
Tygart is seeking an Information Security Specialist to support a DOJ office in Clarksburg, WV. This position supports the continuous assessment and improvement of information system security throughout the full system lifecycle. The ideal candidate must possess a current a Top-Secret clearance.  

Key Responsibilities:
  • Review of information systems to ensure that the management, operational, personnel, and technical controls are functioning effectively during all phases of the system lifecycle
  • Identifying and evaluating technical and operational security risks, threats, weaknesses, and vulnerabilities associated with information systems
  • Information system compliance with government standards and industry best practices, including:
    • NIST OWASP Common Criteria DISA SANS Institute
Qualifications:
  • Active Top Secret (TS) Security Clearance (required).
  • Minimum 4 years of experience in Information Security 
  • Experience working in Agile development environments
  • Experien with Information security practices within the federal and/or state governments
  • Experience utilizing Splunk for audit log review and system alerting 
  • Previous hands-on technical experience in Networking System Administration Development
  • Strong understanding of security controls, system lifecycle management, and vulnerability management.
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Associates Degree 
  • CompTIA Security+ (or equivalent)

Why Join Tygart Technology? At Tygart Technology, we value innovation, integrity, and technical excellence. You'll join a team of dedicated professionals who deliver mission-critical solutions to our government partners. We offer competitive compensation, benefits, and the opportunity to grow your career while supporting impactful work.

Tygart Technology, Inc. is a premier professional services and software development organization providing a broad range of Information Technology (IT) services to public and commercial sector customers. Founded in 1992, Tygart's customer first mind set and agile development methodology have led to our continued success. Tygart supports the Department of Defense, Federal Bureau of Investigation, Intelligence Community, Federal Election Commission, Pension Benefit Guaranty Corporation, and various other Federal and State organizations and maintains offices in West Virginia and Northern Virginia.

Tygart Technology is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in employment decisions based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable federal, state, or local law. We are dedicated to providing a work environment where all individuals are respected and their contributions are valued.

For information on Tygart and our career openings, please visit http://www.tygart.com/careers/.

About the Company

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Tygart Technology

Tygart Technology Inc. was founded in 1992 and is a leading provider of enterprise grade video and photographic analysis and biometric recognition systems. Tygart also provides an array of Information Technology (IT) consulting services for state and federal government clients. Tygart’s consultants provide a full-spectrum of services across all aspects of a program’s life cycle including, program management, enterprise strategic planning, architecture design, software development, security, and system operation and maintenance.

Tygart has successfully developed commercial products and consistently exceeds the expectations of its clients when fulfilling IT services contracts. The company has created a flexible, highly responsive organization, ready to compete and win in today’s rapidly changing technology market.

Tygart is staffed by skilled IT professionals and innovative and motivated leadership. The company promotes a high-tech corporate culture and understands the value of continuous professional development and training of its employees.

COMPANY SIZE
100 to 499 employees
INDUSTRY
Computer/IT Services
FOUNDED
1992
WEBSITE
http://www.tygart.com