Cyber Security Specialist at Turtle

Why Turtle?

Are you looking to join a growing team of dedicated, driven, and passionate people who emphasize a work environment based on respect, collaboration, and diversity?

At Turtle, you will play a key role in our goal to listen, learn, and be helpful to every customer in need. With over 900 employees, spanning across the US, Canada, Mexico, and Puerto Rico, you believe that our people are our most valuable assets. Through our culture of innovation, education, and accountability, you ensure to create a space where Everyone Matters. We believe that EVERYONE can do extraordinary things and our mission is to create workplace that empowers our employees to be successful. It explains why our history spans 100 years and has led our standing as one of the nation’s largest independent electrical industrial distributors. You believe that by making the right choices, you can find the right solutions. That’s how we built our past. That’s how we’ll build our future.

About the Role

This is a Hybrid role - both remote and corporate office (Clark, NJ).

We are seeking a motivated Cyber Security Specialist to join our team. This role is perfect for recent graduates or individuals with minimal experience who are passionate about cyber security and eager to learn. You will assist in protecting our organization’s computer systems and networks from cyber threats under the guidance of experienced professionals.

What You’ll Do:

• Assist in monitoring network traffic for unusual activity and potential threats
• Support the team in conducting security assessments and vulnerability testing
• Help implement security policies, protocols, and procedures
• Participate in responding to security breaches and incidents
• Collaborate with IT and other departments to integrate security measures
• Stay informed about the latest security trends and threats
• Contribute to training sessions on security best practices

Who We Are Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cyber Security, or a related field, or equivalent relevant (2-4) years of experience.
• Basic understanding of security protocols, cryptography, and security frameworks.
• Legal authorization to work in the US is required- we will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, not now or in the future, for this job opening
• Relevant certifications such as CompTIA Security+ or similar are a plus but not required.
• Familiarity with security tools such as SIEM, O365, intrusion detection systems, and next-gen antivirus software is a plus

What We Offer:

We offer a competitive benefits package. Some of which include:

• 401(k) plan
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Paid Holidays 
• Vacation and Sick Days

Who We Are

Founded in 1923, Turtle is a fourth-generation, family-owned, and three-generation women-owned business, and one of the nation’s largest independent electrical and industrial distributors. Headquartered in Clark, NJ, our Electrical Distribution division operates 14 branches spanning from coast to coast. It is a significant force in the engineering and procurement of power distribution, automation, lighting, and energy projects, offering integrated services for the industrial and construction markets. Turtle Integrated division provides on-site MRO procurement, cost-saving, and spend analytics across the US and in Canada, Puerto Rico, and Mexico.

What To Do Next

You can begin by filling out our application online. If you want to learn more about Turtle, please visit our website

Turtle is proud to be is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, marital status, military or veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.