cyber security specialist

OVA.Work; Alpharetta (GA); A distancia; USD 110.000 - 170.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Talantir is seeking a senior Cyber Security Specialist to join our IT organization in a remote capacity. You will protect digital assets, ensure data confidentiality, integrity, and availability, and lead the response to security incidents across all departments.

You will monitor networks and systems, conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing, implement security controls such as firewalls and encryption, and develop security policies.

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in CS/IT/Cybersecurity or related field.
• Certifications such as CISSP, CEH, CISM, or CompTIA Security+ preferred.
• Proven experience in cybersecurity, network security, or information security roles.
• Strong understanding of firewalls, VPNs, IDS/IPS, and endpoint protection.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

Responsabilidades

• Monitor networks and systems for security breaches; identify and respond to threats.
• Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing.
• Implement and maintain security protocols, firewalls, and encryption.
• Investigate security incidents and provide detailed reports with recommendations.
• Develop and enforce security policies, procedures, and best practices.
• Stay up-to-date with cybersecurity trends and technologies.
• Collaborate with IT and other departments to ensure security compliance.
• Provide training and guidance on cybersecurity awareness.

Conocimientos

Cybersecurity knowledge

Analytical thinking

Team collaboration

Educación

Bachelor's degree in CS/IT/Cybersecurity

Herramientas

Firewalls

VPNs

IDS/IPS

Endpoint protection

Descripción del empleo

Job Title: Cyber Security Specialist

Location: Alpharetta , GA

Job Type: Remote

Experience Level: Senior

Cyber Security Specialist Job Description

Position Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Cyber Security Specialist to join our IT team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for protecting our organization's digital assets from cyber threats, ensuring the integrity, confidentiality, and availability of information systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor networks and systems for security breaches, using software and tools to identify and respond to threats.
• Conduct regular vulnerability assessments and penetration testing.
• Implement and maintain security protocols, firewalls, and encryption technologies.
• Investigate security incidents and provide detailed reports with recommendations.
• Develop and enforce security policies, procedures, and best practices.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest cybersecurity trends, threats, and technology solutions.
• Collaborate with IT and other departments to ensure security compliance across all systems.
• Provide training and guidance to staff on cybersecurity awareness and practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or related field.
• Professional certifications such as CISSP, CEH, CISM, or CompTIA Security+ are preferred.
• Proven experience in cybersecurity, network security, or information security roles.
• Strong understanding of firewalls, VPNs, IDS/IPS, and endpoint protection.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with SIEM tools and threat intelligence platforms.
• Knowledge of regulatory frameworks such as GDPR, HIPAA, or ISO 27001.
• Familiarity with cloud security (AWS, Azure, GCP).