Cybersecurity Administrator @ Nordic Global

Cyber Crime; United States; Remote; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in cybersecurity is seeking a Cybersecurity Administrator to enhance their incident management framework and respond to security threats. The candidate will monitor cloud environments, investigate security events, and implement security policies, ensuring the protection of systems and data. This remote position requires a strong background in cybersecurity with 3+ years of relevant experience and certifications.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in cybersecurity, security engineering preferred.
• Cybersecurity certifications such as CISSP, PNPT, CRTO.
• Proficiency with at least one scripting language (Perl, Python, PowerShell).

Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyze user activity within the cloud environment.
• Investigate and troubleshoot security events.
• Conduct regular security assessments to identify vulnerabilities.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

BS or MA in computer science, cybersecurity or a related field

Tools

Defender for Endpoint

Intune

Defender for Cloud Apps

vulnerability scanners

network firewalls

penetration testing frameworks

Job description

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THE ROLE

The Cybersecurity Administrator serves as a technical matter in the Nordic Security Operations team. You will lead as an incident commander, orchestrating the response to complex security threats and enhancing our incident management framework.

RESPONSIBILITIES

The Cybersecurity Administrator responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

Monitor and analyze user activity within the cloud environment to identify and address potential security threats and unauthorized access attempts.

Investigate and troubleshoot security events, collaborating with various IT teams and Business leads to resolve issues effectively.

Develop, implement, and support Conditional Access Policies.

Researches, designs, and implements cyber security solutions for an organization’s systems and products in compliance with the organization’s applicable security policies and standards

Analyzes and makes recommendations to improve network, system and application architectures

Assists in the review and update of cyber security policies, architectures and standards

Participate in incident handling processes such as incident discovery, analysis and verification, incident tracking, containment and recovery.

Assists in responding to audits, penetration tests and vulnerability assessments

Conducts regular security assessments to identify vulnerabilities and potential risks.

Keeps abreast of the latest security threats, vulnerabilities, and attack methods.

EXPERIENCE

Strong understanding of security principles and best practices (e.g., zero trust, least privilege).

Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

Meticulous attention to detail and accuracy.

Effective communication and interpersonal skills.

Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.

BS or MA in computer science, cybersecurity or a related field. (Preferred)

3+ years of experience in cybersecurity, previous experience in a security engineering role highly desired.

Cybersecurity certifications preferred.

CISSP, PNPT, CRTO, Blue Team Level 1 or 2, Certified CyberDefender

Practical experience with implementing security controls utilizing Defender for Endpoint, Intune and Defender for Cloud Apps.

Proficiency with at least one scripting language (e.g., Perl, Python and PowerShell).

Understands business needs and has a commitment to delivering high-quality, prompt and efficient service to the business.

Experience with cybersecurity tools and techniques to automate security tasks, streamline incident response , and enhance overall security posture.

Strong problem-solving and trouble-shooting skills.

Experience with cybersecurity tools such as vulnerability scanners, network firewalls, cloud-native security, and penetration testing frameworks.

Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.

ADDITIONAL DETAILS

Position is remote

Ability to travel up to 10% of the time

Nordic is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital or veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable federal, state, or local laws. We encourage individuals of all backgrounds to apply, including women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans.

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