What are the responsibilities and job description for the Remote IT Security Specialist - 1 Year Contract for Eastern Time Zone Residents position at FairPoint Communications?
Job Overview
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (NC DHHS) - Privacy and Security Office (PSO) is in search of a dedicated IT Security Specialist. This role is designed to support and evaluate the Child Welfare Information System (CWIS) while focusing on enhancing security measures and compliance protocols. Ideal candidates must currently reside within the Eastern Time Zone of the United States.
Key Responsibilities
This position provides significant opportunities for professional advancement as you engage with cutting-edge security practices and technologies. By contributing to the vital mission of the organization, you will enhance your expertise in security architecture while building a valuable professional network.
Company Culture And Values
NC DHHS is committed to fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment where security and compliance are paramount. The organization values continuous improvement and teamwork, promoting a culture that prioritizes the protection of sensitive information and best practices in IT security.
Employment Type: Contractor
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (NC DHHS) - Privacy and Security Office (PSO) is in search of a dedicated IT Security Specialist. This role is designed to support and evaluate the Child Welfare Information System (CWIS) while focusing on enhancing security measures and compliance protocols. Ideal candidates must currently reside within the Eastern Time Zone of the United States.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the assessment and fortification of the CWIS.
- Implement security protocols within containerized environments.
- Execute threat modeling, risk assessments, and vulnerability management strategies.
- Ensure adherence to regulatory compliance standards such as HIPAA and PCI DSS.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to strengthen the organization’s security framework.
- Design and configure network security across layers 3, 4, and 7.
- Profound understanding of security principles and practices.
- Strong experience with containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes, Redhat OpenShift preferred).
- Expertise in secure coding methodologies and effective vulnerability management.
- Familiarity with regulatory compliance requirements (e.g., HIPAA, PCI DSS).
- Relevant certifications such as Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) or AWS Certified Security Specialty.
- Practical experience in the design and configuration of network security.
- Knowledgeable of the OSI networking model.
- A solid background in IT security architecture.
- Proven experience in securing container orchestration workflows.
- Demonstrable experience with regulatory compliance.
- Effective communication and problem-solving abilities.
This position provides significant opportunities for professional advancement as you engage with cutting-edge security practices and technologies. By contributing to the vital mission of the organization, you will enhance your expertise in security architecture while building a valuable professional network.
Company Culture And Values
NC DHHS is committed to fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment where security and compliance are paramount. The organization values continuous improvement and teamwork, promoting a culture that prioritizes the protection of sensitive information and best practices in IT security.
Employment Type: Contractor
