IT Security Specialist (225-909)

The IT Security Specialist role is crucial for safeguarding the technological infrastructure of a company. This position focuses on analyzing, securing, and managing the collection, storage, and dissemination of sensitive information. The specialist operates within an organization to mitigate risks and neutralize potential threats, whether they stem from physical breaches or cyber threats. As companies increasingly rely on digital data, the demand for skilled IT security specialists continues to grow. This role offers an exciting opportunity for experienced professionals to utilize their skills in maintaining a secure digital front, ensuring compliance with security standards, and implementing robust security protocols. The specialist collaborates with various teams to design security systems that fortify the organizational and technological framework against any unauthorized access or data breaches.

Responsibilities

• Monitor network traffic to detect potential threats or breaches in real-time.
• Develop and implement security policies and procedures for IT systems.
• Conduct regular vulnerability assessments and penetration testing to identify weaknesses.
• Collaborate with IT teams to safeguard data storage and retrieval processes effectively.
• Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements on data protection.
• Respond promptly to security incidents and orchestrate incident response activities.
• Train and educate employees on best security practices and potential threat awareness.
• Design and implement security solutions tailored to organizational needs and threats.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge on the latest security technologies and vulnerabilities.
• Lead the integration of security practices throughout the software development lifecycle.
• Generate and present detailed reports on security activities and incidents to management.
• Coordinate with external auditors to verify compliance with security policies and standards.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information technology, or a related field.
• Proven work experience as an IT Security Specialist or related position.
• Strong understanding of network security practices and risk management techniques.
• Familiarity with security-related regulatory requirements and industry standards.
• Experience with incident response, forensic investigations, and root cause analysis.
• Ability to effectively communicate complex security issues to non-technical stakeholders.
• Professional security certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or CEH are highly desirable.