Location: Carson City, NV (100% on-site; local candidates required - no exceptions)
Pay: $70/hr (1099 contract)
Duration: Sep 2025 through June 2026, with possibility of extension

REQUIREMENTS (CANDIDATES MUST MEET/EXCEED ALL REQUIREMENTS):

· Agreement to follow IRS Pub 1075 Requirements
· Agreement to State background check

EDUCATION

· Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or a related field preferred.

TECHNICAL SKILLS

· Strong working knowledge of computer networks, Windows, and Linux.
· Proficiency in configuring and managing SIEM tools.
· Experience with scripting languages (e.g., Python, PowerShell) for automation and data processing.
· Familiarity with security tools, such as firewalls, IDS/IPS, endpoint detection and response EDR), and vulnerability scanners (e.g., Nessus).
· Experience as a database administrator (Oracle/SQL Server/Postgres) a plus.

SOFT SKILLS

· Strong attention to detail and documentation skills.
· Ability to communicate technical concepts clearly to non-technical stakeholders.
· Strong organizational and time-management skills.

PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE (NOT REQUIRED)

· Understanding of information security frameworks (e.g., NIST, CIS).
· Familiarity with compliance requirements (IRS Pub 1075, PCI DSS).
· Experience with data visualization tools (Excel).
Certifications (preferred but not required)
· CompTIA Security+, Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), or equivalent.
Job Types: Full-time, Contract
Pay: $70.00 per hour

Application Question(s):

• Where do you currently live? Candidates must be currently local.

Education:

• Bachelor’s (Required)

Experience:

• IT security administration: 5 years (Required)
• PowerShell or scripting: 5 years (Required)

Language:

• English (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Carson City, NV (Required)

Work Location: In perso

Please refer the Job description for details