Information Security Specialist

Lead Information Security Professional

 

Exciting SAAS based organization is headquartered in Livermore, California, with more than 1000 employees in offices in the western region is seeking a Security Specialist.  This position will put you in the driver’s seat to implement security policies, organize infrastructure and set the landscape for a successful IT department.  Company offers a competitive total compensation package, including health benefits, paid time off, and 401k.

 

Job responsibilities will be:

·                 Ensure compliance company security standards

·                 Design, implement and support information security solutions

·                 Perform security assessments and review of networking infrastructure and implementation of new security-based technologies

·                 Provides direct support to the business and IT staff for systems security related issues

·                 Interface with members of the entire IT organization and business to manage security vulnerabilities

·                 Analyze security landscape and technologies to ensure data protection

·                 Work systems, networks and devices using technology toolsets

·                 Work as part of an incident security response team as needed

·                 Work with IDS/IDP and firewall infrastructure

·                 Vulnerability scans and pen testing

·                 Perform other incidental and related duties as required and assigned


Required Skills and Knowledge:

 

·                 Deep understanding of Microsoft Windows operating systems, MS active directory and Red Hat Linux

·                 Experience working with IP networking, networking protocols and understanding of security related technologies including encryption, VPNs, firewalls, IDS/IDP, content filters and syslog correlation tools

·                 Experience SIEM technologies

·                 Experience with firewalls and other networking technologies.

·                 Understanding of security/computer incident response methodologies

·                 Experience with vulnerability scanning using commercial and open source tools

·                 Deep understanding of any of the following NIST, PCI, HIPAA, SOX or other security related regulations.

·                 Understanding of security auditing methodologies, including documentation and system/network auditing

·                 Understanding of vulnerability management and risk assessment methodologies

·                 8-10 years of Information Security experience