IT Security Specialist - New York, United States - Intersec

Intersec
Intersec
Verified Company
New York, United States

2 weeks ago

Mark Lane

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Description

Key Responsibilities:


  • Enhance the overall security posture of the ACS's IT infrastructure.
  • Identify, assess, and mitigate security risks and vulnerabilities.
  • Ensure compliance with relevant security standards, regulations, and best practices.
  • Respond promptly to security incidents and breaches to minimize impact and mitigate risks.
  • Educate staff members on security awareness and best practices.

Responsibilities:


  • Conduct regular security assessments, including vulnerability scans, and risk assessments.
  • Advise on security controls, such as firewalls, intrusion detection systems, antivirus software, and encryption protocols.
  • Monitor network traffic for suspicious activities and unauthorized access attempts.
  • Maintain uptodate knowledge of emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and security technologies.
  • Collaborate with other IT teams to integrate security measures into the development and deployment processes.
  • Provide guidance and support to IT staff and endusers on securityrelated matters.
  • Investigate security incidents, analyze root causes, and implement corrective actions.
  • Prepare and present reports on security metrics, incidents, and compliance status to management.
  • Participate in security audits and assessments conducted by internal or external parties.
  • Security risk assessments and vulnerability reports.
  • Security policies, procedures, and standards documentation.
  • Incident response plans and postincident reports.
  • Security awareness training materials and sessions.
  • Regular reports on security metrics, incidents, and compliance status.

Qualifications:


  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
  • Knowledge of Networking (Firewall, Networking Protocols);
  • Working knowledge of Rapid
  • Working knowledge of CrowdStrike
  • Working knowledge of Information Security Domains
  • Working knowledge of Security protocols
  • Working knowledge of Cloud computing

Job Type:
Contract


Pay:
From $50.00 per hour

Expected hours: 35 per week


Application Question(s):

  • W2 or 1099?
  • Willing to do onsite in New York?

Work Location:
In person

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