Information Security Specialist

NTT Data Services
Herndon, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 11/29/2022 CLOSED ON 2/3/2023

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Information Security Specialist position at NTT Data Services?

Req ID: 221077

NTT DATA Services strives to hire exceptional, innovative and passionate individuals who want to grow with us. If you want to be part of an inclusive, adaptable, and forward-thinking organization, apply now.

We are currently seeking a Information Security Specialist to join our team in Herndon, Virginia (US-VA), United States (US).

Designs and implements technical solutions for protecting the confidentiality, integrity and availability of sensitive information. Provides technical evaluations of client systems and assists with making security improvements. Provides technical support in the areas of vulnerability assessment, risk assessment, network security and security implementation. Conducts testing and audit log reviews to evaluate the effectiveness of current security measures. Conducts security product evaluations, and recommends products, technologies and upgrades to improve the client’s security posture.

Job Duties:
  • Works with engineering teams to define and refine information security and systems management policies and settings.
  • Evaluates new and emerging products, technologies and make recommendations to leadership concerning introduction of new technologies.
  • Provides information security support for a region or broad functional areas.
  • Leads or provides direction for information security projects.
  • Provides complex analysis of potential risk to information security and recommends innovative solutions.
  • Recommends and implements changes to procedures and systems to enhance information systems security.
  • Integrates network security controls into an environment to identify risks and reduce their impact.
  • Acts as project leader on projects of short to moderate duration.
  • Helps define information security strategies and procedures.

Basic Qualifications:
  • Public Trust clearance/MBI and favorable Background Check
  • Undergraduate/bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and work experience
  • Minimum 4 years of experience providing information security support for a region or broad functional areas
  • Minimum 4 years of experience providing complex analysis of potential risk to information security and recommending innovative solutions
  • Minimum 4 years of experience recommending and implementing changes to procedures and systems to enhance information systems security
  • Minimum 4 years of experience integrating network security controls into an environment to identify risks and reduce their impact

Candidates for this position will be required to adhere to NTT DATA’s and its clients’ COVID-19 health and safety protocols. NTT DATA is committed to complying with the Safer Federal Workforce Task Force COVID-19 Workplace Safety Guidance for Federal Contractors and Subcontractors to the extent it is enforced by the federal government or any of its clients. If this position becomes subject to a COVID-19 vaccination mandate based on applicable law or client requirement, candidates will be required to become fully vaccinated as defined by NTT DATA or be approved for an exemption in accordance with applicable law.

For Colorado Candidates
In compliance with the Colorado Equal Pay Transparency Rules, NTT DATA provides a reasonable range of compensation for roles that may be hired in Colorado. For a candidate in the state of Colorado only, the starting pay range for this role is Min: $68,700 - Max: $113,400. Actual compensation will depend on a number of factors, including actual work
location, relevant experience (internal or external), technical skills, and other qualifications.

About NTT DATA Services

NTT DATA Services is a global business and IT services provider specializing in digital, cloud and automation across a comprehensive portfolio of consulting, applications, infrastructure and business process services. We are part of the NTT family of companies, a partner to 85 % of the Fortune 100.

NTT DATA Services is an equal opportunity employer and considers all applicants without regarding to race, color, religion, citizenship, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, physical or mental disability, veteran or marital status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment for all employees. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please inform your recruiter so that we may connect you with the appropriate team.



Nearest Major Market: Washington DC
Job Segment: Information Security, Information Systems, Technical Support, Consulting, Technology

Salary : $68,700 - $113,400

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