Information Security Specialist at The Computer Merchant, LTD.

JOB TITLE: INFORMATION SECURITY SPECIALIST JOB LOCATION: WASHINGTON, DC WAGE RANGE*: 85.00-90.00 PER HOUR JOB NUMBER: SAIJP00038431 REQUIRED EXPERIENCE: • Bachelor's degree in Information Security, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience). • 3+ years of hands-on experience in cybersecurity roles. • Strong understanding of networking, operating systems (Windows, Linux), and cloud security (AWS/Azure,). • Hands-on experience with tools such as Splunk, CrowdStrike, Nessus Security Center, BigFix, Wireshark, etc. • Knowledge of incident response processes and procedures • Knowledge of security frameworks and compliance standards (e.g., NIST, ISO, HIPAA). • Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills. JOB DESCRIPTION Position Summary: We are seeking a proactive, detail-oriented Information Security Specialist to join our growing team. In this role, you will be responsible for implementing and maintaining our organization's security posture, monitoring for threats, and ensuring compliance with relevant frameworks and regulations. The ideal candidate is a critical thinker with a strong technical background and a passion for safeguarding systems and data. Key Responsibilities: • Monitor, detect, and respond to security threats and incidents. • Conduct vulnerability assessments and risk mitigation. • Ensuring security updates are current across all systems • Implement and manage security tools (e.g., SIEM , endpoint protection). • Monitor for compliance with security standards such as NIST Risk Management Framework (RMF), • Collaborate with IT and Engineering teams to embed security in infrastructure and applications. • Investigate security breaches and document findings and recommendations. • Participate in security awareness training and programs. • Stay current with emerging threats, trends, and technologies. Preferred Qualifications: • Professional certifications (e.g., CISSP, , CEH, Security+). • DOJ Public Trust Equal opportunity employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities * While an hourly range is posted for this position, an eventual hourly rate is determined by a comprehensive salary analysis which considers multiple factors including but not limited to: job-related knowledge, skills and qualifications, education and experience as compared to others in the organization doing substantially similar work, if applicable, and market and business considerations. Benefits offered include medical, dental and vision benefits; dependent care flexible spending account; 401(k) plan; voluntary life/short term disability/whole life/term life/accident and critical illness coverage; employee assistance program; sick leave in accordance with regulation. Benefits may be subject to generally applicable eligibility, waiting period, contribution, and other requirements and conditions. Benefits offered are in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws and subject to change at TCM's discretion.