IT Cybersecurity & Compliance Specialist

🇺🇸 Asheville, NC

🕑 Full-Time

💰 $95K - $115K

💻 Cybersecurity

🗓️ May 31st, 2025

CI/CD CISSP Kubernetes

Edtech.com's Summary

North Carolina Institute for Climate Studies is hiring an IT Cybersecurity & Compliance Specialist. This role involves planning, coordinating, and implementing security measures to protect information and processing assets, collaborating with cross-functional teams to manage risks and ensure compliance with national and international security standards. The specialist will also lead educational initiatives, manage endpoint protection, and develop disaster recovery strategies.

Highlights

Main responsibilities include security implementation, endpoint protection, and ensuring compliance with standards.
Requires strong knowledge of OS, application, network, distributed computing security, and proficiency in remote access security practices.
Compensation ranges from $95,000 to $115,000.
Essential qualifications include a BS in Computer Science or related field, with at least 3 years of experience in IT security.
Preferred skills include experience with AWS, MacOS, Linux, CISSP certification, and proficiency with SIEM tools.
Will lead in planning disaster recovery strategies and maintaining operations during crises.