Security Specialist

Overview

• Manage, implement, and troubleshoot security products ensuring the firm's cybersecurity resilience.
• Provide technical support and conduct daily investigations of security incidents.
• Perform security assessments, audits, and proactive threat hunting activities.
• Collaborate with third-party vendors and consultants for security services.
• Research and test new security technologies to enhance the firm's defenses.
• Participate in project reviews for information security architectures.
• Maintain compliance with client security requirements and industry standards.
• Work remotely with occasional onsite requirements for specific tasks.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Manage firewalls, antivirus, web filtering, DLP, IPS/IDS, and endpoint detection solutions.
• Conduct vulnerability scans, penetration tests, and risk assessments.
• Create comprehensive security reports and track metrics.
• Investigate security events and manage incident response activities.
• Perform malware analysis and research exploit techniques.
• Configure and audit firewall, network, and system settings.
• Collaborate with Cyber Incident Response team during security incidents.
• Develop and maintain security processes to meet organizational needs.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field, or equivalent experience.
• 5-7+ years of IT security experience, including incident response and forensic analysis.
• Hands-on experience with security technologies like Palo Alto firewalls, CyberArk, and SIEM products.
• Proficiency in scripting languages such as Python, PowerShell, and VB.
• Certifications like GIAC GSEC, PCNSE, and OSCP are required.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a customer-oriented mindset.
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a dynamic environment.
• Availability for emergency calls and occasional travel as needed.