Information Security Specialist

KellyMitchell Group; Tempe (AZ); On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for an Information Security Specialist to enhance their security operations. This role involves performing internal reviews, assisting with remediation, and ensuring compliance with security policies. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in managing Windows and Linux environments, cloud platforms, and SIEM solutions. Join a dynamic team and contribute to critical security initiatives while advancing your career in a fast-paced environment. If you're passionate about cybersecurity and ready to make an impact, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in configuring and maintaining Windows and Linux environments.
• Expertise in SIEM solutions and security monitoring.

Responsibilities

• Perform internal reviews and assist with remediation efforts.
• Coordinate with security monitoring teams for visibility during events.

Skills

Windows Administration

Linux Administration

AWS

Azure

Google Cloud Platform

SIEM Implementation

Threat Detection

Incident Response

Log Analysis

Documentation Skills

Tools

CrowdStrike

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Base pay range

$33.00/hr - $48.00/hr

Job Summary:

Our client is seeking an Information Security Specialist to join their team! This position is located in Tempe, Arizona.

Duties:

• Perform internal reviews to validate items identified in discovery
• Identify any gaps with and assist with remediation in coordination with bank teams
• Work with local resources, identify and help to prioritize migration to company devices and standards to limit business disruptions
• Assist in SIEM configuration with reference to SIEM-related instructions
• Assist in any events in support of security operations and engineering and where not possible, to provide backfill as needed to support local resources
• Identify and aid to prioritize migration to company policies and procedures for any existing hardware or software that is not immediately replaced to include non-standard equipment or applications
• Coordinate with security monitoring teams as needed to ensure full visibility and accessibility during events
• Provide investigative support for Cyber Defense personnel
• Work with bank personnel to identify and prioritize gaps within the M&A and bank policies and procedures and any need for remediation as the migration to full bank integration occurs
• Document or identify existing documentation in support of security operations efforts

Desired Skills/Experience:

• 5+ years of experience in configuring, maintaining, and troubleshooting enterprise Windows and Linux environments
• 5+ years of hands-on experience managing production environments in AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud Platform
• 5+ years proven experience in implementing and integrating SIEM solutions, particularly CrowdStrike
• 5+ years of Blue Team experience in security monitoring, threat detection, and incident response
• 5+ years experience in performing log analysis and investigating security-related incidents
• Expertise in fine-tuning SIEM platforms for improved security visibility and threat detection
• Excellent analytical abilities with a strong focus on creating detailed documentation and process improvement

Seniority level: Mid-Senior level

Employment type: Contract

Job function: Consulting, Information Technology, and Other

Industries: IT Services and IT Consulting