Cyber Security Consultant
Head Hunter India | Arvada | us.expand.mindmatch.ai |
As an IT Cyber Security Consultant , you will play a critical role in safeguarding our organizations digital assets and information systems. You will be responsible for monitoring, assessing, and enhancing our cybersecurity posture to mitigate risks and ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.
Your expertise in CISSP, CIS, and NIST frameworks will be instrumental in identifying vulnerabilities, developing strategies for threat prevention and incident response, and implementing security measures across various IT systems and networks.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Security Monitoring and Incident Response:
• Utilize advanced monitoring tools and techniques to detect and analyze security incidents in real-time.
• Investigate security breaches, incidents, and anomalies to determine the root cause and appropriate remediation actions.
• Develop and implement incident response plans and procedures to minimize the impact of security breaches.
1. Risk Assessment and Vulnerability Management:
• Conduct regular risk assessments and vulnerability scans to identify potential weaknesses in our IT infrastructure.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to prioritize and remediate identified vulnerabilities.
• Develop and maintain a risk register, documenting potential threats and associated mitigation strategies.
1. Security Compliance and Standards:
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, regulations, and best practices, including CISSP, CIS, and NIST guidelines.
• Keep abreast of regulatory changes and emerging threats to proactively address compliance requirements.
• Assist in the development and maintenance of security policies, procedures, and guidelines.
1. Security Awareness and Training:
• Develop and deliver cybersecurity training programs to educate employees on security best practices and protocols.
• Foster a culture of security awareness throughout the organization, promoting vigilance and proactive risk mitigation.
1. Security Architecture and Technology Evaluation:
• Evaluate and recommend security technologies, solutions, and architectures to enhance our cybersecurity defenses.
• Participate in the design and implementation of secure IT systems and networks, ensuring alignment with industry standards and best practices.
Qualifications:
• Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field. Masters degree preferred with at least 10 years of Experience
• CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional), CIS (Certified Information Security Manager), or equivalent certifications required.
• Strong understanding of NIST Cybersecurity Framework and its application in enterprise environments.
• Experience with security monitoring tools, intrusion detection/prevention systems, and SIEM solutions.
• Proficiency in conducting risk assessments, vulnerability scans, and security audits.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Solid analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a keen attention to detail.
• Security Apps/Products, expert level in one or more of the below tools or products preferred.
• Azure Active Directory
• Qualys
• Crowdstrike
• Colortokens
• BluSapphire
• O365 Cloud App Security
• Azure Security
• Cisco ASA / ISE / Meraki / Umbrella
• Cybersecurity Certifications, one or more of the below required.
• CISSP / CISA / CASP / CEH / CISM / SSCP /GCIH /GSEP /OSCP
Your expertise in CISSP, CIS, and NIST frameworks will be instrumental in identifying vulnerabilities, developing strategies for threat prevention and incident response, and implementing security measures across various IT systems and networks.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Security Monitoring and Incident Response:
• Utilize advanced monitoring tools and techniques to detect and analyze security incidents in real-time.
• Investigate security breaches, incidents, and anomalies to determine the root cause and appropriate remediation actions.
• Develop and implement incident response plans and procedures to minimize the impact of security breaches.
1. Risk Assessment and Vulnerability Management:
• Conduct regular risk assessments and vulnerability scans to identify potential weaknesses in our IT infrastructure.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to prioritize and remediate identified vulnerabilities.
• Develop and maintain a risk register, documenting potential threats and associated mitigation strategies.
1. Security Compliance and Standards:
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, regulations, and best practices, including CISSP, CIS, and NIST guidelines.
• Keep abreast of regulatory changes and emerging threats to proactively address compliance requirements.
• Assist in the development and maintenance of security policies, procedures, and guidelines.
1. Security Awareness and Training:
• Develop and deliver cybersecurity training programs to educate employees on security best practices and protocols.
• Foster a culture of security awareness throughout the organization, promoting vigilance and proactive risk mitigation.
1. Security Architecture and Technology Evaluation:
• Evaluate and recommend security technologies, solutions, and architectures to enhance our cybersecurity defenses.
• Participate in the design and implementation of secure IT systems and networks, ensuring alignment with industry standards and best practices.
Qualifications:
• Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field. Masters degree preferred with at least 10 years of Experience
• CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional), CIS (Certified Information Security Manager), or equivalent certifications required.
• Strong understanding of NIST Cybersecurity Framework and its application in enterprise environments.
• Experience with security monitoring tools, intrusion detection/prevention systems, and SIEM solutions.
• Proficiency in conducting risk assessments, vulnerability scans, and security audits.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Solid analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a keen attention to detail.
• Security Apps/Products, expert level in one or more of the below tools or products preferred.
• Azure Active Directory
• Qualys
• Crowdstrike
• Colortokens
• BluSapphire
• O365 Cloud App Security
• Azure Security
• Cisco ASA / ISE / Meraki / Umbrella
• Cybersecurity Certifications, one or more of the below required.
• CISSP / CISA / CASP / CEH / CISM / SSCP /GCIH /GSEP /OSCP
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