16267 Senior Cyber Security Specialist

Distro; Duluth (GA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Vensure Employer Solutions, a leading HR technology and services provider, seeks a Senior Cyber Security Specialist to protect systems and networks from cyber threats. You will identify vulnerabilities, implement security controls, and respond to incidents while collaborating with cyber leadership on remediation steps.

The role emphasizes assessing security architecture, planning enterprise security solutions for hybrid environments, and maturing resiliency, disaster recovery and business

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in a related field.
• Professional certifications such as CISSP, AZ-500/AWS Certified Security – Specialty are highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Assess, enhance, and design security architecture needs at scale in a complex acquisition driven environment.
• Assist in the planning and implementation of enterprise security solutions for hybrid enterprise and application environments.
• Review and validate detected vulnerabilities and risks to the enterprise.
• Determine the operational impacts of cyber security control failures.
• Develop, track, and present cyber security statistics and metrics for assigned area.
• Respond to security breaches and incidents, by supporting less tenured cyber security personnel.
• Communicate business impacts and work directly with cyber leadership on recommended remediation steps.
• Develop and approve changes to cyber security procedures and systems.
• Apply information and knowledge about the latest cyber security trends and threats to prevent the realization of risk to the business enterprise.
• Provide input to enterprise resiliency, disaster recovery and business continuity.
• Assist in the training and assessment of skill growth for less tenured cyber security personnel.
• Regular on-site attendance is an essential job function due to the need for secure access to systems, collaboration on sensitive technical matters, participation in operational meetings, and hands-on involvement.
• Build, maintain and promote relationships with team members, peers across disciplines, and all other company team members ensuring effective coordination of communications and services affecting clients.
• Attend webinars and training to stay up to date on best practices related to the company and department.
• Complete projects and other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Security architecture

Vulnerability management

Incident response

Cloud security (Azure/AWS)

Endpoint security tooling

Network protocols

Security leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

CISSP/AZ-500/AWS Security – Specialty

Tools

Azure/AWS cloud platforms

Job description

About Us Vensure Employer Solutions is the largest privately held organization in the HR technology and service sector, providing a comprehensive portfolio of solutions, including HR/HCM technology, managed services, and global business process outsourcing (BPO). The company and its service providers collectively serve over 95,000 businesses and process over $135B in annual payroll. As a \"One Employer Solution\" headquartered in Chandler, Arizona, Vensure helps thousands of businesses streamline and grow their operations with custom strategies that benefit both employers and employees. Find out more by visiting www.vensure.com .

Position Summary

Senior Cyber Security Specialist will be responsible for protecting the organization’s computer systems and networks from cyber threats. This role involves identifying vulnerabilities, implementing security measures, and responding to security incidents. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of cyber security principles and practices, as well as experience with various security technologies and cyber security program areas.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Assess, enhance, and design security architecture needs at scale in a complex acquisition driven environment
• Assist in the planning and implementation of enterprise security solutions for hybrid enterprise and application environments
• Review and validate detected vulnerabilities and risks to the enterprise
• Determine the operational impacts of cyber security control failures
• Develop, track, and present cyber security statistics and metrics for assigned area
• Respond to security breaches and incidents, by supporting less tenured cyber security personnel
• Communicate business impacts and work directly with cyber leadership on recommended remediation steps
• Develop and approve changes to cyber security procedures and systems
• Apply information and knowledge about the latest cyber security trends and threats to prevent the realization of risk to the business enterprise
• Provide input to enterprise resiliency, disaster recovery and business continuity
• Assist in the training and assessment of skill growth for less tenured cyber security personnel
• Regular on-site attendance is an essential job function due to the need for secure access to systems, collaboration on sensitive technical matters, participation in operational meetings, and hands-on involvement.

Marginal Functions

• Build, maintain and promote relationships with team members, peers across disciplines, and all other company team members ensuring effective coordination of communications and services affecting clients.
• Attend webinars and training to stay up to date on best practices related to the company and department.
• Complete projects and other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Strong knowledge of network protocols, operating systems, and security technologies.

Strong knowledge of identity security principles

Working knowledge of Azure\AWS cloud environment configuration

Experience with endpoint security tooling configuration

Experience with vulnerability management/remediation

Foundational understanding of incident response

Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills with the ability to assess and mitigate risks.

Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to convey complex technical information to non-technical stakeholders.

Keen attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously.

Ability to work effectively as part of a team and collaborate with cross-functional groups.

Ability to train and assess less tenured security staff on skills associated with team roles

Effective Presentation Skills

Excellent customer service with internal departments and external clients.

Effective Time Management skills.

Education & Experience

Bachelor’s degree and 2+ years of experience or 6+ years equivalent combination of experience in related field. Skills, education (including other relevant non-traditional degree programs, certifications, or job training programs) preferred.

Professional certifications such as CISSP, AZ-500/AWS Certified Security – Specialty, BSCP or equivalents are highly desirable.

Physical, Mental, & Communication Demands

Physical Demands: Sedentary Work: Primarily involves sitting for extended periods, often at a desk or computer. Manual Dexterity: Frequent…