Systems Security Specialist

Systems Security Specialist - Cloud & IAM Baltimore, MD (Onsite) Long-Term Contract We are seeking an experienced Systems Security Specialist with strong expertise in AWS Cloud Security, Identity & Access Management (ForgeRock/SailPoint), and Security Operations to support large, mission-critical environments. Key Responsibilities Implement and manage AWS cloud security controls and monitoring solutions Perform cloud security assessments, vulnerability management, and penetration testing Support incident response, SIEM monitoring, and digital forensics Administer IAM solutions (ForgeRock & SailPoint) including provisioning/de-provisioning and SSO Maintain security documentation (SSP, Risk Assessments, POA&M, CAP) Manage firewalls, access controls, and system hardening across Windows/Linux Required Skills 8+ years in IT Security Operations 4+ years hands-on AWS Cloud Security Strong experience with ForgeRock & SailPoint IAM Incident Response & SIEM tools Windows/Linux security administration Knowledge of NIST/Fed security compliance frameworks Preferred Government/Healthcare projects Firewall (ASA/Fortinet) experience CISSP or similar certifications Scripting (Shell/Java/JavaScript) Note Candidates must provide education/certifications, work authorization proof, and photo ID. Flexibility for off-hours/on-call support required.