Security Specialist - (US-NJ-Jersey City)
Security Specialist - (US-NJ-Jersey City)
Compensation: $80K - $100K / Year
Minimum Education: Bachelors
Job Type: Full Time
Jobcode: FJKJA4
8-15 years experience in installation and support of information security solutions. Host Intrusion Protection Systems and PKI are both essential
Experience with:
Implementation, maintenance and use of intrusion detection systems at host and network levels
Installation and maintenance of communication and encryption technology options (VPN, SSL, Whole Disk, PKI, User and File-based, etc). Use of advanced analytic techniques for identification of security event details. Advanced understanding of security practices and available technologies, current products. Installation and maintenance of firewalls. LAN and WAN design. Vulnerability testing and remediation of UNIX and Windows based systems. Demonstrated security performance in a regulated industry environment.
Function:
Install/upgrade/manage Host Intrusion Protection Systems
Investigate, respond to, and follow through on possible and actual security breaches
Install/upgrade/manage enterprise encryption products and processes
Install/upgrade/manage web, email, and network filtering product(s)
Install/upgrade/manage event log server and correlation tool(s)
Provide security consultation expertise for all departments particularly when new systems or major changes to existing systems or networks are contemplated
Perform network and host vulnerability assessments and work with IT to remediate vulnerabilities
Install/upgrade/manage firewalls and firewall rule changes
Install/upgrade/manage network Intrusion Detection Systems
Perform network change control function from a security perspective
Provide user training in security awareness and in conveying “Corporate” information security policies
Perform security related and other projects as requested by Manager, Information Security
Skills
Exercise good judgment
Attention to detail
Ability to perform research and work independently
Problem solving
Ability to work and make decisions under pressure
Good written and verbal communication skills
Superior computer and network skills
Multi-tasking
Organized
CISSP, CISM, SANS, or similar, required
Education: BS degree in a technical discipline. Advanced degree (preferred)
Email resume in Word to TheBigGameHunter@cisny.com. Please include the job code for the position with your resume.
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