IT Security Specialist at Ingram Barge Company

Nashville, Tennessee, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

08 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

07 Feb, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Security Tools Implementation, Security Alert Monitoring, Compliance And Audit Support, Security Engineering, Incident Response, Vulnerability Management, Security Documentation, Identity And Access Management, Cloud Security (Azure), Proof-Of-Concept Testing, Analytical Approach, Technical Curiosity, Risk Reduction, Security Posture Maintenance, Configuration Management

Industry

Truck Transportation

Description

Company Description Ingram Marine Group encompasses our operating units involved in transporting bulk commodities on America's inland waterways, delivering fuel and supplies to the towing industry, and providing a ship anchorage in Louisiana. As the leading carrier, we operate a fleet that transport aggregates, grain, fertilizer, coal, ores, alloys, steel products, chemicals, and other products. We're committed to being the best at whatever we do. We're continuously growing, adapting, and responding, and we're successful because of the outstanding hard work and creative energy of our associates. Job Description Ingram Marine Group is seeking an IT Security Specialist as part of our team in our Nashville, TN location. The IT Security Specialist supports the implementation and day-to-day operation of security technologies that protect the organization’s systems, networks, and data. This role works with the Cybersecurity Team and Information Systems partners to maintain a proactive security posture and to support the ongoing enhancement of security tools, processes, and controls. Individuals who excel in this role are detail-oriented, technically curious, and collaborative, with a structured, analytical approach to identifying and reducing risk. What you will be doing: Assisting in the implementation, configuration, and day-to-day operation of security tools such as SEG, SIEM, EDR, DLP, and CSPM under guidance of the Director Monitoring security alerts and events, performing initial analysis, and escalating issues Intermediate Engineer and Director Supporting compliance and audit activities by gathering evidence, updating control documentation, and following established processes Engaging in ongoing learning to build deeper technical proficiency in security engineering tools, processes, and best practices Supporting incident response activities by collecting evidence, documenting findings, and coordinating with the Director for deeper investigation Contributing to vulnerability management efforts by running scans, tracking remediation progress, and validating fixes Helping to maintain security runbooks, documentation, and standard operating procedures Assisting in identity and access management tasks such as user access reviews, privilege audits, and account hygiene Collaborating with Infrastructure and DevOps teams to apply secure configurations and support basic security improvements in cloud environments (primarily Azure) Participating in the evaluation of new tools, proof-of-concept testing, and documenting results Qualifications Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field — or equivalent hands-on experience 0–2 years of experience in information security, IT systems, networking, or related technology roles Basic understanding of foundational security concepts such as authentication, authorization, encryption, patching, and network segmentation Familiarity with at least one category of security tooling (e.g., SIEM, EDR, vulnerability scanners) through coursework, labs, previous roles, or internships Ability to read and understand logs, alerts, and vulnerability reports Exposure to cloud environments (Azure, AWS, or GCP) or a willingness to learn Some scripting or automation familiarity (PowerShell, Python, Bash) is a plus but not required Strong desire to learn, improve, and grow into more advanced security engineering responsibilities Security certifications such as Security+, Azure Fundamentals, or similar are helpful but not required Additional Information All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. If you are requesting reasonable accommodation or disability assistance in submitting your application, you may email us at [email protected] Ingram Marine Group and its affiliates (“Company”) is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, work related mental or physical disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetic information. EEO/AA Employer/Vet/Disabled We participate in EVerify http://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf http://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeosp.pdf

Responsibilities

The IT Security Specialist supports the implementation and daily operation of security technologies to safeguard organizational systems, networks, and data, working collaboratively with the Cybersecurity Team and Information Systems partners. This role involves monitoring security alerts, supporting compliance activities, assisting with incident response, and contributing to vulnerability management efforts.