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Title
Text copied to clipboard!IT Security Specialist
Description
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We are looking for an experienced IT Security Specialist to join our team and help us protect our organization's information systems from cyber threats. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in IT security, including knowledge of security protocols, risk management, and compliance standards. You will be responsible for implementing and maintaining security measures to protect our data and systems, conducting regular security assessments, and responding to security incidents. Additionally, you will work closely with other IT professionals to ensure that our security policies and procedures are up-to-date and effective. This role requires excellent problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and the ability to stay current with the latest security trends and technologies. If you are passionate about IT security and have a proven track record of protecting information systems, we would love to hear from you.
Responsibilities
Text copied to clipboard!- Develop and implement security policies, protocols, and procedures.
- Conduct regular security assessments and audits.
- Monitor network traffic for unusual activity and potential threats.
- Respond to security breaches and incidents.
- Collaborate with IT teams to ensure secure system configurations.
- Maintain and update security systems and tools.
- Provide security training and awareness programs for employees.
- Perform risk assessments and vulnerability testing.
- Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.
- Manage security-related projects and initiatives.
- Investigate and resolve security incidents and breaches.
- Develop and maintain disaster recovery and business continuity plans.
- Stay current with the latest security trends and technologies.
- Implement and manage firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and other security tools.
- Conduct penetration testing and ethical hacking exercises.
- Prepare and present security reports to management.
- Coordinate with external security vendors and consultants.
- Review and update security policies and procedures regularly.
- Ensure secure access to company data and systems.
- Assist in the development of security-related documentation.
Requirements
Text copied to clipboard!- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
- Proven experience as an IT Security Specialist or similar role.
- Strong knowledge of security protocols, risk management, and compliance standards.
- Experience with security systems and tools such as firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and antivirus software.
- Familiarity with security frameworks such as NIST, ISO 27001, and CIS.
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to work under pressure.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to stay current with the latest security trends and technologies.
- Experience with security incident response and investigation.
- Knowledge of network security and encryption techniques.
- Ability to conduct security assessments and audits.
- Experience with penetration testing and ethical hacking.
- Understanding of disaster recovery and business continuity planning.
- Ability to develop and implement security policies and procedures.
- Familiarity with regulatory requirements such as GDPR, HIPAA, and PCI-DSS.
- Experience with cloud security and securing virtual environments.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Relevant security certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or CEH are a plus.
- Strong organizational and project management skills.
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- Can you describe your experience with security incident response?
- How do you stay current with the latest security trends and technologies?
- What security frameworks are you familiar with?
- Can you provide an example of a security breach you have handled?
- How do you approach conducting a security assessment?
- What tools and systems do you use for network monitoring?
- How do you ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations?
- Can you describe your experience with penetration testing?
- What steps do you take to develop and implement security policies?
- How do you handle the aftermath of a security incident?
- What is your experience with disaster recovery and business continuity planning?
- How do you manage and prioritize multiple security projects?
- Can you describe a time when you had to educate employees about security best practices?
- What is your approach to risk management in IT security?
- How do you ensure secure access to company data and systems?
- What experience do you have with cloud security?
- How do you handle working under pressure during a security incident?
- What certifications do you hold in the field of IT security?
- Can you describe your experience with regulatory requirements such as GDPR or HIPAA?
- How do you collaborate with other IT teams to ensure security?
