Security Compliance Specialist

Security Compliance Specialist

The Security Compliance Specialist supports cybersecurity compliance efforts across Industrial IoT (IIoT), Microsoft Azure cloud environments, corporate IT systems, and Ubuntu/Linux servers. This role works with IT, engineering, operations, and security teams to help ensure systems meet company security standards and industry compliance requirements.

Key Job Responsibilities

• Monitor and support compliance with security policies and standards.
• Assist with security assessments and internal audits.
• Track and help with remediating security findings and vulnerabilities.
• Maintain compliance documentation and audit evidence.
• Support security initiatives in Azure cloud environments.
• Review Azure security configurations and compliance reports.
• Assist with implementation and monitoring of Microsoft Defender for Cloud, Microsoft Sentinel, and Azure Policy.
• Support security compliance efforts for IIoT devices, industrial networks, and operational technology (OT) systems.
• Review Windows and Ubuntu Linux systems for compliance with security baselines.
• Coordinate with IT, engineering, and operations teams to address security gaps.
• Develop compliance metrics and management reports.

Key Competencies & Skills

• Knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks such as NIST, CIS Controls, ISO 27001, or IEC 62443.
• Experience with Microsoft Azure security and governance tools.
• Familiarity with Windows and Ubuntu Linux administration.
• Understanding of networking, identity management, and vulnerability management.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and documentation abilities.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
• Experience working with both cloud and on-premises environments.
• Understanding of industrial cybersecurity and operational technology security concepts.

Education and Experience Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 3–5 years of experience in cybersecurity, compliance, or information security.
• Preferred Experience:
  • Experience in manufacturing, industrial, or IIoT environments.
  • Experience with vulnerability management tools such as Tenable, Qualys, or Rapid7.
  • Azure security certifications (AZ-500, SC-200, SC-300).
  • Security+, CISSP, CISA, GICSP, or IEC 62443 certifications.

Work is performed inside a flex space building consisting of offices, open desk space, laboratory, machine shop, and a manufacturing floor. Level of noise is usually quiet in the office environment and temperature controlled. Noise levels are elevated in the warehouse space where temperatures can vary depending on the outside elements and weather. Travel may be required, including up to 2-8 trips per year to visit suppliers, attend conferences, meetings (customer, investor, and business) and customer sites (hatcheries).