IT Security Specialist

Pipeworks Studios

IT Security Specialist managing security operations and compliance for North American studios at Virtuos. Collaborating with local IT teams and global security organization.

Posted 7/1/2026full-timeEugene • Oregon • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $76,000 - $83,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in IT security compliance, risk management, and vulnerability assessment, with a strong focus on security frameworks and tools. Proven ability to support security initiatives, audits, and training programs while ensuring alignment with global security policies.

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IT Security ExperienceSecurity Frameworks KnowledgeSecurity CertificationsCloud Security ExposureVulnerability Management

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Hard Skills

Security Compliance ReviewsVulnerability AssessmentIncident ResponseThreat MitigationRisk ManagementSecurity AuditsSecurity Tool UtilizationVendor Risk ReviewsBusiness Continuity PlanningDisaster Recovery Exercises

Soft Skills

CollaborationCommunicationContinuous Improvement MindsetTraining and Awareness Support

Tools & Technologies

Endpoint ProtectionVulnerability Management ToolsMonitoring ToolsAWSAzure

Certifications & Qualifications

Security+CISSP Associate

Industry Keywords

ISO 27001Security PoliciesGlobal Security InitiativesClient Security QuestionnairesThird-Party Vendor Security

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AWSAzureCloudCyber Security

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

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

Requirements

What you’ll need

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

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive medical, dental, and vision coverage
401(k) with company match and immediate vesting
Generous paid vacation and sick leave
Paid parental leave from day one
Flexible work arrangements
Ongoing learning and development opportunities
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Opportunity to collaborate with world-class talent behind some of the industry’s most recognized games
Chance to contribute to projects with leading publishers such as 2K, Sony, Square Enix, Activision, Microsoft and etc.
A people-first, collaborative culture