Cyber Security Specialist

Job Responsibilities

We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented IT Cyber Security Specialist to strengthen our organization's cybersecurity posture and ensure the protection of critical information assets.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Develop, implement, and maintain effective Cyber Incident Response Procedures, including escalation workflows, identification, investigation, containment, eradication, recovery, and post-incident review activities.
2. Conduct security assessments of operational networks and utilize appropriate tools, methodologies, and techniques to identify, analyze, and mitigate security vulnerabilities and weaknesses.
3. Perform continuous monitoring through the Security Operations Center (SOC) to ensure IT infrastructure, systems, and security controls operate in accordance with established security standards and policies.
4. Conduct periodic reviews of system hardening, secure configuration standards, database security, server security, application security, and File Integrity Monitoring (FIM) controls.
5. Lead and support Security Awareness Programs for employees, including information security campaigns, Clean Desk Policy implementation, phishing simulations, and cybersecurity awareness initiatives.
6. Monitor and follow up on Vulnerability Assessment and Penetration Testing (VA/PT) findings to ensure timely remediation and mitigation of identified security risks.
7. Investigate, manage, and respond to cybersecurity incidents originating from both internal and external sources, including performing digital forensic investigations when required.
8. Monitor, analyze, and respond to security alerts and anomalies related to:

• Firewall traffic
• Network traffic
• Antivirus and malware alerts
• Cyber Threat Intelligence
• Web Channel Protection
• File Integrity Monitoring
• Internet Security Access
• Firewall configuration changes
• Security patch management
• Other cybersecurity threats and incidents

1. Monitor and investigate security violations occurring within the organization's environment and ensure appropriate corrective actions are implemented.
2. Identify, assess, and evaluate cybersecurity risks to prevent, reduce, and mitigate threats that may impact business operations.
3. Proactively contribute to the prevention of security breaches, fraud, and potential financial losses through the implementation and continuous enhancement of security controls.
4. Support continuous improvement of the organization's information security framework by providing recommendations, strengthening security measures, and ensuring compliance with applicable security policies, standards, and regulatory requirements.

Requirements:

1. Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Cyber Security, or a related field.
2. Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience in Cyber Security, preferably within the Banking industry or other highly regulated sectors.
3. Experience in Cyber Security, SOC Operations, Incident Response, Information Security, or related areas.
4. Strong understanding of network security, firewalls, SIEM, endpoint security, threat intelligence, vulnerability management, and digital forensics.
5. Familiarity with cybersecurity frameworks and standards such as ISO 27001, NIST, CIS Controls, or similar frameworks.
6. Cybersecurity certifications (such as Security+, CEH, CHFI, CySA+, CISSP, or equivalent) are highly desirable.
7. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.