Senior IT Security Specialist

Make-A-Wish America

. Monitor and triage alerts from SIEM, EDR/XDR, firewall, email security, and cloud security tools .

Posted 10/27/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSenior💰 $57,400 - $63,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates foundational understanding of cybersecurity principles, threats, and best practices, with hands-on experience in identity and access management, EDR/XDR, and vulnerability scanning. Capable of supporting incident response activities and collaborating effectively with IT teams to resolve security issues.

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Cybersecurity ExperienceIdentity And Access ManagementEDR/XDR ExposureVulnerability Scanning ToolsSIEM Monitoring

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Hard Skills

Cybersecurity PrinciplesNetwork FundamentalsEndpoint Security ToolsEmail SecurityMFA/SSO SupportAzure Security FeaturesIncident Response ProcessesSecurity DocumentationThreat ResearchVulnerability Remediation

Soft Skills

Problem-SolvingCritical ThinkingAttention To DetailOrganizational SkillsProfessional Engagement

Tools & Technologies

SIEMEDR/XDRFirewallCloud Security ToolsM365Azure

Certifications & Qualifications

CompTIA Security+Azure Security EngineerCCNA Security

Industry Keywords

Incident ResponseSecurity Awareness InitiativesPhishing Simulation ProgramsAccess ReviewsSecurity Controls

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AzureCloudCyber SecurityDNSFirewalls

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Monitor and triage alerts from SIEM, EDR/XDR, firewall, email security, and cloud security tools
Conduct initial investigations and document potential security incidents; escalate as needed
Assist with identity and access management, including user provisioning, access reviews, and MFA/SSO support
Support vulnerability scanning cycles and track remediation progress
Perform routine checks to ensure security tools and controls function as expected
Research new threats, vulnerabilities, and security best practices
Support security awareness initiatives and phishing simulation programs
Participate in incident response activities under senior staff guidance
Maintain security documentation, policies, procedures, and reports
Collaborate with IT teams and the MSSP to resolve security tickets and inquiries
Support configuration and tuning of security solutions under supervision
Provide 24/7 availability for identity and access management, security incident response, and escalation
Perform other related duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S.; employment visa sponsorship is not provided
Minimum 2+ years in IT; cybersecurity experience strongly preferred
Foundational understanding of cybersecurity principles, threats, and best practices
Basic knowledge of networks, systems, cloud environments, and endpoint security tools
Exposure to or hands-on experience with EDR/XDR
Network/security fundamentals including firewalls, DNS security, and content filtering
Email security and phishing protection
Identity and Access Management, MFA/SSO
M365 and Azure security features
Familiarity with vulnerability scanning tools
Familiarity with SIEM monitoring and event triage
Familiarity with basic incident response processes
Demonstrated problem-solving, critical thinking, analytical, organizational, and attention-to-detail skills
Ability to follow procedures, document findings, support incident response, prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and engage professionally across teams
Current relevant certifications preferred, such as CompTIA Security+, Azure Security Engineer, or CCNA Security
Ability to thrive in a remote environment
Some travel required
Availability outside a traditional Monday–Friday work week and normal business hours

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive benefit package, effective day 1: Medical, Vision, Dental, Wellness
Competitive compensation with annual incentive potential
Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account Options
Health Reimbursement Account fully funded by Make-A-Wish America
Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability and Life Insurance
Additional Insurance Plans: Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Pet Insurance through Figo
401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with 5% match after one year of service
Eligibility for student loan forgiveness through the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
Laptop, 24” monitor, and docking station/adaptor provided to new hires
Competitive PTO starting at 15 days, with enhanced time off for senior roles
10 Sick Days
11 Paid Holidays
2 Volunteer Days after one year of service
2 Personal Days accrued annually
Parental Leave
Employee Awards and Recognition Programs
Individual and Leadership Development
Discounts and special offers for theme parks, events, hotels, concerts, and movie tickets
Monthly premiums paid for the employee for vision, dental, and short/long term disability