Technical Specialist
NSF
IT
Ann Arbor, MI, USA
Posted on Feb 18, 2026
NSF is seeking a Technical Specialist to join our Information Security team to assist with the design and execution of processes and ensure compliance with ISR accreditation requirements, ensuring NSF certifications are technically sound and supported by appropriate documentation. This includes ensuring global consistency in technical and accreditation processes, facilitating audit delivery and technical operations, and focusing on client relationships.
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With a legacy spanning more than 80 years, NSF leverages science and innovation to improve human and planet health. We provide science-driven, independent testing, inspection, certification, and advisory services and develop the very standards that drive the food, water, and life sciences industries worldwide. We empower our clients to navigate shifting regulations to improve consumer health, safety, and quality of life.
One of our core values is We Are One NSF. This means that while we’re one team, we embrace the cultural, ethnic, language, and demographic diversity that reflects the societies in which we live and work.
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NSF provides a holistic suite of value-added digital, information security and sustainability solutions that span our core industries of food, water and life sciences. Our client-focused teams have deep industry expertise and are committed to supporting the journey to certification, helping to empower organizations to drive process and performance improvements for products, people, and the planet.
NSF is seeking a Technical Specialist to join our Information Security team to assist with the design and execution of processes and ensure compliance with ISR accreditation requirements, ensuring NSF certifications are technically sound and supported by appropriate documentation. This includes ensuring global consistency in technical and accreditation processes, facilitating audit delivery and technical operations, and focusing on client relationships.
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Information Security, Computer Science, or related field
Experience in Information Security and security controls
Familiarity with security frameworks (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST, CMMC, ISO 2000)
Knowledge of Governance, Risk, and Compliance systems
Understanding of security artifacts
Knowledge of change management processes
Strong written and verbal communication
Detail-oriented
Self-motivated and able to work independently
Strong organizational and project management skills
Strong interpersonal skills
Proficient with Microsoft Office and Oracle applications
Experience supporting GRC in CMMC environments
Assist customers with basic technical questions on security controls
Aid the accreditation audit process
Collaborate with the team on customer service, accreditation, and other information security needs and requirements
Participate in reviewing and gathering information security artifacts
A willingness to learn about the information security audit and accreditation business
Perform other duties as requested