Description We are looking for an IT Security Specialist to join a manufacturing organization in Deerfield, Illinois on a Long-term Contract assignment. This role will help strengthen day-to-day cyber defense operations by supporting threat monitoring, incident handling, user security education, and risk reduction across endpoints and identities. The position works closely with internal technology teams and external security partners to improve visibility, response effectiveness, and overall protection of the environment.

Responsibilities:
• Coordinate with a managed detection and response partner to support continuous security monitoring and timely investigation of suspicious activity.
• Review, assess, and escalate security events within SIEM and related security platforms, helping drive efficient triage and follow-up actions.
• Participate in cyber incident response efforts by assisting with investigation, containment steps, corrective actions, and post-event track...