Job Summary:
The Technology Security Specialist plays a crucial role in ensuring the security and integrity of sensitive data within our multi-platform network and security infrastructure.
They are responsible for monitoring and maintaining the network to identify vulnerabilities and protect against unauthorized access, intrusion threats, and attacks.
Responsibilities:
- Monitor and analyze network traffic for potential security breaches and cyber threats.
- Conduct regular security audits, vulnerability assessments, and penetration testing.
- Identify and investigate security incidents and provide timely response and resolution.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement and enforce security best practices.
- Develop and maintain security policies, procedures, and guidelines.
- Stay up-to-date with the latest security technologies, trends, and industry standards.
- Conduct employee training and awareness programs on security best practices.
- Participate in incident response and forensic investigations when required.
- Provide technical expertise and guidance to support incident response efforts.
- Collaborate with IT teams to ensure secure configuration and management of network devices, servers, and applications.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field.
- Proven work experience as a Technology Security Specialist or in a similar role.
- Strong knowledge of network protocols, firewall technologies, and intrusion detection/prevention systems.
- Familiarity with security frameworks (e.g., ISO27001, COBIT, etc.)
and regulatory requirements (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA).
- Experience with security incident response and forensic analysis.
- Proficient in the use of security assessment tools and techniques.
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Strong communication and collaboration abilities.
- Information security certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM) preferred.