IT Security Specialist

job summary:

This role is responsible for designing, building, and maintaining automation frameworks that implement security-driven configuration changes across Windows servers, workstations, and Active Directory infrastructure in response to CVEs and emergent threats.

The engineer translates security intent into repeatable automated tasks that can be deployed safely at scale. They partner closely with cybersecurity teams to operationalize advisories and with AD platform teams to ensure changes align with enterprise standards.

location: Chandler, Arizona

job type: Contract

salary: $63.23 - 73.23 per hour

work hours: 8am to 5pm

education: Bachelors



responsibilities:

Typical responsibilities include:

• Automating GPO creation, modification, and rollback
• Automating Windows and application patch deployment
• Creating AD-safe configuration enforcement workflows
• Building guardrails that prevent unsafe or partial deployments
• Rapidly converting CVE guidance into deployable updates within hours
• Supporting "break-glass mitigation scenarios with pre-approved automation

qualifications:

Group Policy internals and management tools; Windows Server and Windows client internals

Active Directory schema, security descriptors, and replication behavior

Configuration management (SCCM or equivalent)

Git-based version control and code reviews

GPO administration using Quest GP Admin; automated systems validation testing experience is a big plus.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.

At Randstad Digital, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact

Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad Digital offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).

This posting is open for thirty (30) days.