IT Security Specialist/Assessor
Titan TechnologiesRole Overview
Titan Technologies is hiring a mid-level IT Security Specialist/Assessor. This is a full-time role in Silver Spring. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.
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Job Description
Zen Strategics, a Titan Technologies company, is seeking an IT Security Specialist/Assessor to support Security Assessment and Authorization (A&A) initiatives for a government client.
Job Duties:
- Analyze information security systems and applications
- Develop and recommend security controls to protect against unauthorized access, modification, or data loss
- Perform security assessments using the Risk Management Framework (RMF)
- Apply NIST guidance (Special Publications, FIPS) to system security and compliance efforts
- Support contingency planning, backup, and recovery processes
- Utilize industry-standard security tools (e.g., Tenable Security Center, ArcSight, IBM BigFix)
- Plan and execute complex security tasks with minimal oversight
- You MUST have:
- Strong knowledge of NIST standards and RMF, including application within federal environments
- Experience with DOC, NOAA, NWS, or similar federal agency security policies and standards
- 5+ years of recent experience (within the last 6 years) in:
- IT security concepts, methodologies, and tools
- Enterprise architecture principles and security integration
- Contingency planning and disaster recovery aligned with NIST guidance
- Security assessment and authorization (RMF)
- Use of security tools (e.g., Tenable, ArcSight, BigFix)
- Must hold at least one of the following certifications:
- CISSP
- CISA
- GSNA
- CEH
- CGRC (ISC2)
- SCNP or SCNA
- Ability to pass a NOAA background investigation
- Ability to work onsite one day per week
It’s GREAT if you also have:
- Self-starter, highly motivated individual who adapts to a dynamic work environment
- Strong attention to detail with an ability to operate effectively across multiple priorities
- Proficiency in interview skills
- Proficiency in project and time management
- Ability to adjust to changing priorities
- Ability to work in a cohesive team-oriented environment
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in Cyber Security, Information Security or related study
Company Description:
Titan Technologies, LLC and our wholly owned subsidiaries, TelaForce, LLC, Titan Facilities, Inc. and Zen Strategics, design, build, integrate, and manage innovative solutions and software applications. Our remarkable people, working collaboratively under a shared vision, have earned a reputation with our customers for delivering results with maximum impact. Sound intriguing? Consider Titan Technologies for the next step in your career journey and be part of an impactful team!
Titan is proud to be a Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Business.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply for the IT Security Specialist/Assessor position at Titan Technologies?
Use the Apply button above to submit your application directly to Titan Technologies. Most applications take less than 5 minutes if your resume and contact details are ready, and you'll be routed to the employer's official application system to finish.
Where is the IT Security Specialist/Assessor position at Titan Technologies located?
This position is based in Silver Spring. Titan Technologies has not indicated remote or hybrid options for this role, so candidates should plan for on-site work.
What does a IT Security Specialist/Assessor at Titan Technologies earn?
Titan Technologies has not disclosed a salary range in this posting. Many employers share specifics later in the interview process; you can also ask during a recruiter screen if compensation transparency is important to you.
When was the IT Security Specialist/Assessor role at Titan Technologies posted?
This role was posted on April 18, 2026 (51 days ago). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.
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