Cybersecurity Specialist

Job Title: Senior - Cybersecurity Specialist

Job Summary

A Senior Cybersecurity Specialist is responsible for the strategic planning, execution, and management of the organization’s cybersecurity policies and infrastructure. This role involves leading a team of security professionals to implement robust security frameworks and mitigate risks from both internal and external threats. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in cybersecurity, demonstrating strong leadership capabilities while ensuring the organization remains compliant with legal and regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and enforce cybersecurity policies, standards, and best practices to safeguard the organization’s information assets.
• Lead and manage complex security projects and initiatives, ensuring timely and effective execution.
• Perform advanced risk assessments, penetration tests, and vulnerability assessments to identify and address potential security weaknesses.
• Oversee the management and configuration of security infrastructures, including firewalls, encryption, and threat intelligence tools.
• Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements related to cybersecurity, maintaining up-to-date knowledge of relevant laws and standards.
• Mentor and train junior and mid-level cybersecurity staff, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
• Manage and respond to high-level security incidents and breaches, coordinating with relevant stakeholders to minimize impact.
• Establish disaster recovery and business continuity plans for cyber incidents, ensuring the organization can quickly recover from disruptions.
• Analyze emerging threats and advise on proactive security measures to enhance the organization’s security posture.
• Coordinate with other departments to integrate cybersecurity into the overall business strategy, promoting a security-first mindset across the organization.

Skills and Knowledge Required

• Extensive experience with risk management, incident response, and security operations.
• Deep understanding of advanced cybersecurity frameworks (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001, ITIL).
• Expertise in penetration testing, network monitoring, and intrusion prevention systems.
• Knowledge of cloud security, identity management, and access control systems.
• Strong leadership and decision-making abilities, with a proven track record of managing teams effectively.
• In-depth knowledge of security compliance requirements and regulatory standards.

Educational Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Security, or a related field.
• Certifications like CISSP, CISM, or Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP) are mandatory.

Experience

• 5-8 years of experience in cybersecurity, with at least 2-3 years in a leadership role.
• Proven expertise in managing large-scale security infrastructures and high-risk scenarios.

Tools and Equipment

• Advanced SIEM solutions (e.g., Splunk, AlienVault).
• Advanced penetration testing tools (e.g., Burp Suite, Kali Linux).
• Security automation tools.
• Network monitoring and intrusion detection systems.

Other Requirements

• Excellent leadership and communication skills, with the ability to convey complex security concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Ability to manage cross-functional teams and collaborate with executive management.
• A proactive, solution-oriented mindset for addressing complex security challenges.