Security Expert Lead

We are seeking an experienced Senior Technical Analyst to lead our Global IT Security operations department.

• The successful candidate will provide technical leadership and broad knowledge in multiple IT Security tools including firewalls, web content filtering, web application and malware protection, intrusion prevention system, SSL decryption, email security, strong authentication, remote access, endpoint protection, advanced threat management, vulnerability scanning & remediation, identity management, data loss prevention, data encryption, security incident management, public key infrastructure, web application firewall, IT security forensics, password vaulting, risk assessment, and security vulnerability assessment.
• This role requires extensive expertise in a variety of areas including networking, operating systems, applications, cloud environments, and security.

• Lead hands-on security administration requiring high-level technical expertise.
• Manage day-to-day security administration of network security devices as well as technologies such as firewalls, intrusion detection, intrusion prevention, data loss prevention, antivirus, anti-spam, antispyware, and SIEM tools.
• Monitor, analyze, and respond to security incidents and breaches swiftly and effectively.
• Lead incident response efforts, coordinate investigations, and ensure all incidents are properly documented and reported.
• Serve as a subject matter expert on cybersecurity matters both internally and externally.
• Conduct regular security audits and assessments to identify weaknesses in networks, systems, and applications, and recommend remediation actions.
• Create and maintain system and network diagrams as well as process documentation.
• Provide support to ensure planning and deployment is accomplished in coordination with system owners, engineers, and stakeholders.
• Assess and prioritize cybersecurity risks and vulnerabilities across the organization's technology landscape.
• Follow up on remediation of vulnerabilities.
• Participate in design and implementation of new security controls.
• Stay current with cybersecurity threats and trends, providing ongoing intelligence and insights to inform security decision-making.
• Create and modify procedural documentation as needed.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with regulatory standards and frameworks.
• Develop and maintain incident response plans, disaster recovery plans, and business continuity strategies.
• Ensure that all information systems operate in accordance with set standards.
• Participate in an on-call rotation with the department.

Requirements:

• Extensive experience in IT Security with a focus on security administration and incident response.
• Strong technical expertise in areas including networking, operating systems, applications, cloud environments, and security.
• Familiarity with a range of security tools and technologies including firewalls, intrusion detection, intrusion prevention, data loss prevention, antivirus, anti-spam, antispyware, and SIEM tools.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to think critically and make informed decisions.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.