IT Security Specialist

IT Security Specialist

Pipeworks is looking for an IT Security Specialist to join our North American IT team in a hybrid role based in Eugene, Oregon. In this role, you'll help protect our North American studios by supporting security operations, compliance, vulnerability management, and audit readiness while partnering with local IT teams and our global security organization.

Day To Day

Responsibilities:

• Support security compliance reviews across North American studios
• Support client security questionnaires and audit requirements
• Track remediation actions and security gaps
• Ensure local alignment with global security policies and processes
• Review vulnerability scan results and support remediation
• Support incident response and threat mitigation
• Utilize security tools to detect and analyze threats
• Support security assessment of third-party vendors
• Perform vendor risk reviews and ensure compliance with Virtuos security requirements
• Track remediation of vendor-related security findings and risks
• Work with local IT teams on security implementation
• Support global security initiatives and new technology deployment
• Contribute to continuous improvement of security processes
• Support security awareness and training programs
• Identify, track, and report information security risks
• Participate in business continuity and disaster recovery exercises

Skills Knowledge and Expertise

Must Haves:

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or related field
• 2–5+ years of experience in IT security or related roles
• Knowledge of security frameworks (ISO 27001 or similar)
• Familiarity with security tools (endpoint protection, vulnerability management, monitoring)

Nice to Haves:

• Experience with security audits and client security questionnaires
• Exposure to cloud security (AWS/Azure)
• Security certifications (Security+, CISSP Associate, etc.)

What We Can Offer You

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• 401K with employer match
• Employer Paid Life Insurance Policy
• Generous Paid Time Off
• 20 Paid Company Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Program
• Fitness Club Discounts
• Sports Team Sponsorship
• Annual Company Events
• Project Wrap Parties

A Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion:

Pipeworks Studios recognizes the importance of creating an environment where all of our employees feel included and empowered to bring ideas to the table. We value each employee's unique experiences and perspectives and recognize that it is both the smart and right thing to foster diversity, equity and inclusion within our organization. By diversifying our workforce, increasing equity, and ensuring that our individual differences are valued, we are better able to deliver an experience that reflects, inspires, and connects with our audience... because games are for everyone! Pipeworks provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, citizenship status, disability, or any protected category prohibited by local, state or federal laws. Go to Pipeworks.com to see some of our continued efforts and our latest Diversity Report. Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet every one of the qualifications in a job description. Our top priority is finding the best candidate for the job and if you are interested in the position, we would encourage you to apply, even if you don't believe you meet every one of the qualifications above.

About Pipeworks Studios

While you may not know us, you certainly know our clients: Microsoft, Sony, Activision, Electronic Arts, and many more. Since 1999, Pipeworks has been helping define what's next in real-world interactions by creating innovative, best-selling, cross-platform live games for top-tier publishers and properties. We believe that games have the ability to transform the world outside the realm of traditional consumer games and that our people are the catalyst for making this vision a reality. In the center of our universe lies our people, players, and a deep-rooted passion for games that has created several multi-million dollar best-sellers, compelling original concepts, and a disruptive imagination that continues to explore how games can transform industries outside our own. We are seeking exceptionally talented and entrepreneurial game creators as we lead into the future of digital entertainment. What products, ideas, dreams, and change will you help us create? Apply Now

Our Hiring Process

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