Security Assurance Specialist

Prequel Solutions; Warrendale (Allegheny County); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the financial services sector is seeking a Security Assurance Specialist for a 9-month contract with a hybrid working model. The role involves managing SOC 2 assessments, collaborating with stakeholders, and enhancing security controls against various frameworks, requiring excellent communication skills and relevant industry certifications.

Qualifications

• Experience managing SOC 2 certification processes.
• Strong knowledge of virtual server and desktop environments.
• Familiarity with regulations like SOX and GDPR.

Responsibilities

• Lead SOC 2 assessment processes with internal teams and auditors.
• Evaluate and enhance security controls per NIST, CIS frameworks.
• Implement remediation actions based on assessment findings.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Communication

Security frameworks knowledge

Education

Industry certifications (CISSP, CCSP, Security+, GIAC)

Tools

VMware

Citrix

Job description

Information Security Assurance Specialist (Contract Position)

Location: North of Pittsburgh, Hybrid working model 3 days onsite week

Duration: 9 months, potential to extend

Seeking candidates for a Security Assurance Specialist role that will play a critical role in ensuring compliance with SOC 2 assessments and security control frameworks. Youll collaborate with internal stakeholders, manage security assessments, and drive remediation efforts to uphold industry-leading standards in the financial services sector.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead SOC 2 assessment processes, coordinating with internal teams and external auditors.
• Evaluate and enhance security controls in line with NIST, CIS, and other frameworks.
• Work cross-functionally to address assessment findings and implement remediation.
• Support projects by providing technical expertise in security assurance.
• Collaborate with project managers to refine and execute delivery plans.

What Were Looking For:

• Experience managing SOC 2 certification processes and working with auditors.
• Strong knowledge of virtual server and desktop environments (VMware, Citrix).
• Familiarity with security frameworks (NIST 800, CIS, ISO 27001) and regulations (SOX, GDPR).
• Industry certifications preferred (CISSP, CCSP, Security+, GIAC).
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.