Information Technology Security Specialist

Houston Rockets -- Toyota Center•Houston, TX

4d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a highly motivated IT Security Specialist to protect and support our organization’s technology environment. This role is responsible for maintaining a strong cybersecurity posture while also providing network and end-user support to ensure seamless day-to-day operations. This is a hands-on role in a fast-paced environment supporting business operations, live events, and critical systems where uptime, security, and responsiveness are essential.

Requirements

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment
Excellent communication and customer service skills
High attention to detail and commitment to security best practices
Bachelor’s degree in IT, Cybersecurity, or related field (or equivalent experience)
3–5+ years of experience in IT security, networking, or systems support
Experience with security tools (SIEM, EDR, firewalls) and Microsoft environments (M365, Azure AD)
Strong understanding of networking fundamentals (LAN/WAN, VLANs, wireless)

Nice To Haves

Relevant certifications preferred (Security+, CISSP, CISM, CCNA)

Responsibilities

Monitor and respond to security threats, alerts, and incidents
Administer security tools (endpoint protection, firewalls, MFA, identity access)
Conduct vulnerability scans and coordinate remediation efforts
Support incident response, investigations, and documentation
Maintain security policies, standards, and compliance requirements
Manage user access and enforce security best practices
Deliver security awareness and training initiatives
Support network operations including switches, firewalls, and wireless systems
Assist with VLANs, segmentation, and secure network design
Troubleshoot connectivity and performance issues
Support infrastructure upgrades and maintain documentation
Provide Tier 2/3 technical support for escalated issues
Support laptops, mobile devices, and enterprise applications
Assist with onboarding/offboarding and access provisioning
Participate in game-day/event support and on-call rotation
On-site role with occasional evenings, weekends, and event support
Participation in on-call rotation for critical incidents
Demonstrates our One Team philosophy of Passion, Accountability, Customer Focus, and Teamwork.