Information Technology Specialist (Security)

This NASA OIG IT Security Specialist oversees application software, networks, and enterprise architecture. The role drives risk assessments, policy development, disaster recovery, and executive briefings to secure critical mission data.

Plan, schedule, execute, and validate patching across servers, workstations, and applications to ensure timely remediation of KEVs and other critical vulnerabilities.

Coordinate and execute vulnerability remediation across servers and endpoints using tools such as BigFix, Nessus, and SentinelOne to resolve security findings.

Create, modify, and remove system access; manage authentication controls; conduct account audits; support MFA and PIV initiatives; and maintain secure permission structures.

Manage user accounts, permissions, and access to sensitive systems and data, ensuring proper authentication; remove access for terminated personnel; and maintain audit records.

Design and maintain secure network and AWS GovCloud architectures, including firewalls, VPNs, segmentation, logging, high availability, disaster recovery, implement cloud security controls, and secure integration of new technologies.

Lead evaluations of information system security features; develop certification and accreditation plans; document deficiencies; track corrective actions; and recommend improvements.

Assess IT systems for vulnerabilities, track remediation of KEVs, and maintain continuous monitoring activities to ensure compliance with federal and agency security requirements.

Provide expert advice and guidance to leadership, IT staff, and stakeholders on cybersecurity, IT procurements, and coordination with internal departments and external agencies.