Sr. Security Consultant

Revolution Technologies; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 89,544 - 96,432; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm is seeking a Sr. Security Consultant in Chicago, IL for a 12+ month contract. The role will involve evaluating and implementing security standards, assisting in security investigations, and providing technical support in risk assessments. Candidates should have a bachelor's degree in Computer Science and 10+ years of relevant experience, preferably in the insurance industry. Onsite F2F interviews are required, with the role expected to begin onsite before shifting to a hybrid model.

Responsibilities

• Assist senior staff in evaluating and developing security standards and procedures.
• Review, develop, test and implement security plans and control techniques.
• Coordinate reporting of data security incidents and participate in investigations.
• Provide technical support in risk assessments and data security procedures.
• Perform access control and administration of critical information resources.
• Act as a liaison to assist in implementation of security technologies.
• Identify and escalate changes affecting security policy and standards.

Skills

Strong understanding of security policy construction and publication

Knowledge of regulations (i.e., SOX, privacy, etc.)

Strong analytical and problem solving skills

Strong communications and interpersonal skills

Ability to manage various technical projects to completion

Advanced computer skills including Microsoft Office

Preferred Insurance industry experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related discipline

At least 10 years of technical experience in security aspects

Job description

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Base pay range

$65.00/hr - $70.00/hr

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Sr. Security Consultant

Onsite Chicago, IL (Expected to be 100% initially and may scale back to hybrid once acquainted with the environment and project.)

12+ Month Contract

Onsite F2F Interview is expected – must be comfortable and agreeable with the F2F Interview.

3 page limit on CVs

Focus on Assessment & Evaluation

Responsibilities

• Assists senior staff in the evaluation, development, implementation and operational aspects of security standards, procedures and guidelines for multiple platforms and diverse systems environments (e.g., firm-wide, distributed, client–server systems, and e‑applications).
• Assists in the review, development, testing and implementation of security plans, products and control techniques (e.g., password administration, intrusion detection software, data encryption, data backup and recovery).
• Helps to coordinate the reporting of data security incidents and may participate in investigations.
• Provides technical support to clients, management and staff in risk assessments and implementation of appropriate data security procedures and products.
• Performs access control and account administration of critical information resources including data access rules tables.
• May act as a liaison to the product groups and assist them in the implementation of security technologies and application security.
• Identifies and escalates changes that will affect information security policy, standards and procedures.

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

• Strong understanding of security policy construction and publication.
• Knowledge of regulations (i.e., SOX, privacy, etc.) and internal controls as they apply to IT.
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills.
• Strong communications and interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with peers, IT management and staff, and internal/external business partners/clients.
• Ability to manage various technical projects to completion.
• Advanced computer skills including Microsoft Office suite and other business‑related software systems. Other technologies will apply dependent on business area supported.
• Preferred Insurance industry experience.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, or related discipline, or equivalent work experience.
• At least 10 years of technical experience in the security aspects of multiple platforms, operating systems, software, communications and network protocols or an equivalent combination.

Seniority Level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

Contract

Job Function

Information Technology and Consulting

Industries

Insurance, Insurance Carriers, and Insurance Agencies and Brokerages

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