Security Specialist
IBM
About the Role
A career in IBM Consulting is built on long-term client relationships and close collaboration worldwide. You'll work with leading companies across industries, helping them shape their hybrid cloud and AI journeys. With support from our strategic partners, robust IBM technology, and Red Hat, you'll have the tools to drive meaningful change and accelerate client impact. At IBM Consulting, curiosity fuels success. You'll be encouraged to challenge the norm, explore new ideas, and create innovative solutions that deliver real results. Our culture of growth and empathy focuses on your long-term career development while valuing your unique skills and experiences.
Your Role And Responsibilities
This Security Analyst II position supports the Information System Security Officer (ISSO) in security-related tasks for obtaining a Risk Management Framework (RMF) Authorization to Operate (ATO), conducting Assessment and Authorization (A&A) tasks, and development of Plan of Action and Milestones (POAM) associated with maintaining compliance with NIST 800-53. The Security Analyst performs duties as required under direction of the Information System Security Officer (ISSO).
Key duties encompass developing and enforcing security measures to safeguard computer systems, networks, and data. This role will be responsible for running and reviewing vulnerability scans. You'll pinpoint, evaluate, and tackle security risks promptly.
Requirements & Tech Stack
- Vulnerability compliance and remediation reporting – 6 months+ experience
- Maintain System Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&M) – 6 months+
- NIST Risk Management Framework (RMF) – 6 months+ experience or related course education/certification
- Governance, Risk, & Compliance (GRC) Applications (e.g., ServiceNow CAM, or eMASS) – Exposure
- Evaluate Plugin/Vulnerability Scan Tool Results – 6 months+ experience or related course education/certification
Qualifications
- Certified in industry recognized areas such as Security+