IT Security Specialist - Irvine, United States - Ctc Global Corporation

Ctc Global Corporation
Ctc Global Corporation
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Irvine, United States

2 weeks ago

Mark Lane

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SUMMARY


The IT Security Specialist is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the in-place security solutions and use these solutions to identify, investigate and resolve security incidents.

He/She will primarily be responsible for day-to-day defense of enterprise technologies, computing assets, and network infrastructure, conduct ongoing threat detection using logs and signals from multiple sources including network, host-based, endpoint security, and phish reports, ensuring the confidentiality, integrity and availability of critical information systems and resources.


PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:


  • Maintain and monitor inplace security tools and processes to evaluate and improve the security of organization systems and network.
  • Review logs from intrusion detection and monitoring systems; conduct correlation analysis and act accordingly.
  • Work with technical teams to facilitate & promote security incident response procedures, address monitoring concerns, and identification of criteria for audit reporting.
  • Evaluate, test, and implement new security tools & technologies.
  • Investigate and analyze security incidents, identifying false positives and true positives.
  • Conduct ondemand forensics analysis and review of compromised systems and/or systems used in potential unsecure and untrusted manner.
  • Research system, logs, alerts as they relate to incidents.
  • Identify gaps in cyber operations capabilities and assist in developing those capabilities.
  • Compile comprehensive audit reports identifying potential risks / threats.
  • Advise and support the IT leadership with defining specific information security controls and policies.
  • Lead the internal information security awareness program.
  • Support the IT leadership in developing an IT security assurance program.
  • Participate as a member of the Service Desk support team resolving client side issues as and when needed.
  • Develop appropriate project related documentation/business cases. Implement projects in accordance with policy ensuring the identified goals and objectives are delivered on time and within budget.
  • Liaising & maintain appropriate relationships with third party vendors.
  • Help staff with use of the company systems, providing training where necessary.

EXPERIENCE

  • Bachelor's degree or higher in computer science or related field, preferred.
  • 12 years information technology (systems administration, network monitoring, or computer and network systems) / information security experience.
  • Basic knowledge of IT infrastructure, networking, and security technologies such as networking, firewalls, proxies, SIEM, antivirus, and intrusion detection and prevention systems (IDPS).
  • Basic knowledge of cloud computing environments and related security challenges.
  • Programming/Scripting Language (Java Script, Python, Power Shell).
  • Strong critical thinking and problemsolving skills.
  • Ability to adapt in a constantly changing environment of security and technology.
  • Commitment to staying current with the latest trends, threats, and best practices in cyber security.
  • Capable of working independently or in a team.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:


  • Bachelor's degree or above in information technology, computer science, software engineering, or equivalent.
  • CompTIA+ Security, CySA+ or equivalent certification required.

Benefits for all full-time employees include:
Medical (HMO/PPO Plan Options)
Dental
Vision
Group Term Life Insurance (CTC pays 100% of the premium)
Short-Term Disability and Long-Term Disability (CTC pays 100% of the premium)
Flexible Spending Account
401K
15 paid vacation days (more after 5 years)
9 paid holidays
3 paid sick leave days
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