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Cyber Security Specialist

V-Soft Consulting Group, Inc.
Chicago, IL, United States
Full-time

Position : Cybersecurity Specialist

Location : Evanston , IL Hybrid

Duration : 4 Months CTH

Job Description :

  • This position seeks an experienced Cybersecurity Specialist who has extensive knowledge in cybersecurity and demonstrated proficiency in implementing companywide security initiatives.
  • This individual is someone who has successfully implemented projects with respect to security compliance.
  • He / she needs to have experience working on projects such as firewalls, VPN and data encryption.
  • He or she will assist the IT Department in implementing all necessary cybersecurity related protocols and projects.

Required Experience / Skills :

  • Bachelor’s degree in computer science is required; advanced degree is a plus.
  • Any certificate or training completed associated with Cybersecurity is a plus.
  • Proven work experience in implementing successful security-related projects.
  • Experience with completing cybersecurity related questionnaires and surveys.
  • Experience with obtaining certifications for companies (e.g. SOC 2) or any project work involving cybersecurity compliance.
  • Strong proficiency in cybersecurity protocols and frameworks with the confidence and experience to implement new security projects.
  • 4-6 years of relevant work experience in a cybersecurity role.
  • Good communication skills and the ability to produce and present clear, concise presentations and documents for leadership.
  • Ability to multitask and handle multiple projects with varying difficulties and priorities.
  • Proven ability to interact and create a positive and collaborative working environment with corporate, business, vendor, and technical resources.
  • Experience providing security and technical guidance and expert advice to peers and leadership.
  • Ability to work independently, and with groups, with limited supervision.
  • Required technical skills :
  • Strong understanding of how MFA relates to security authentication with applications (e.g., Office 365 and Federated Services).
  • Knowledge of network security and use of the Internet, including authentication, access control, firewall rules / configuration, disaster prevention, data recovery, intrusion detection and data encryption.
  • Knowledge of Cisco security devices such as firewalls, VPN, Duo and their security features and settings.
  • Ability to support and manage Active Directory Domains, Federated Services and Wireless Access Points from a security standpoint.
  • Knowledge of DNS and SSL certificates and how to apply them to servers and applications.
  • Experience working in virtualized environments (VMware) and understanding its security aspects.
  • Working knowledge of Incident Management, Change and Release Management and Problem Management procedures.
  • Excellent analytical and troubleshooting skills.
  • A strong background in Network and Systems Administrator skills is a plus.
  • 14 days ago
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