IT Security Specialist

The Client and Role:

We are currently working with a leading Infrastructure organization that is seeking an IT Security Specialist to join their existing team. In this role you will assist with the delivery of their security program and the continual improvement of the companies security posture, including adherence to Payment Card Industry Data Security Standards and protection of customer data in accordance with the Privacy Act (as amended from time to time).

As the IT Security Analyst, you will ensure that employees understand and adhere to necessary policies and procedures to maintain information security.

Your responsibilities:

• Assist in maintaining compliance with Payment Card Industry Data Security Standards
• Provide technical advice and guidance on security controls for IT/OT systems and networks
• Drive continuous improvement in cyber security by identifying areas of risk
• Identify and prepare detailed security requirements for projects
• Conduct internal security compliance audits; provide recommendations to mitigate identified issues
• Assist in preparation for external compliance audits and evidence collection
• Assist in simulated security crisis management exercises, red teaming and phishing campaigns
• Remaining current with cyber security technology, practices and key threats to provide informed decision-making and minimise cyber security incidents
• Assist in troubleshooting security issues including root cause analysis and strategies to minimise future events
• Assist with user testing (Security related) as required
• Understanding of vulnerability assessments and penetration testing and advising on resolution and mitigation
• Conduct research on emerging threats, provide guidance on security products, services, and standards to protect our systems, networks and data
• Undertake cyber security risk assessments; analyze business impacts and exposure based on emerging security threats, vulnerabilities and risks

Your skills & specialisms:

• Relevant tertiary degree and/or qualification in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a cyber security role in information technology (IT) and operational technology (OT) environments.
• Demonstrable creativity and lateral thinking skills; highly motivated self-starter within a technically complex service industry.
• Ability to effectively plan, schedule and adapt to changing priorities, tasks, and requirements to meet deadlines.
• Knowledge of security standards, and frameworks including NIST CSF, CIS, IEC-62443, and PCI-DSS.
• Knowledge of ITIL (IT Infrastructure Library).
• Knowledge of common security threats, attack vectors, vulnerabilities, and exploits.
• Knowledge and awareness of contemporary OH&S, EEO, anti-discrimination, and harassment prohibition issues.
• Superior interpersonal skills, organizational ability, and communication skills with the capacity to handle a wide variety of contacts with diplomacy, tact and commercial acumen.
• High-level, professional oral and written presentation skills.
• Strong knowledge and experience with industry-leading solutions for SIEM, Firewalls, IPS/IDS, Endpoint / Web / E-mail security, Threat Intelligence and Vulnerability Management products.
• Familiarity with different operating systems (Linux, Windows) and enterprise applications (web servers, databases, proxies).
• Ability to communicate and interact at technical and business levels.

If you have all or some of the above skills and experience please APPLY NOW, or for a quicker response, send your CV to [email protected]