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Title: IT Security Specialist
Location: Memphis, TN 38125
Term: 7 Months Contract

Description:

Detect, monitor, provide analysis and resolution on security incidents across the organization
Implement appropriate security measures to prevent security vulnerabilities
Analyzes and resolves security incidents
Administers various IT security tools and applications.
Performs analysis of suspected malicious code and other software or programs and provides written and/or verbal analysis to management.
Assists IT groups and business units as necessary in troubleshooting compatibility issues between security tools and business or productivity programs.
Analyzes client and customer needs as required.
Works closely with management on assigned projects from inception through implementation ensuring adequate internal communication and user involvement is maintained.
Assists management in investigating IT or cyber-security events and developing resolutions.
Provides feedback and suggestions to improve IT Security processes and procedures.
Works closely with project managers to meet and complete project milestones accurately and on time.
Respond to client and carrier IT risk assessments and audit requests in a timely manner
Identify gaps/actions in case of non-compliance and work with solution owners to design and implement the appropriate controls
Track compliance action items, verify evidence, and all actions are closed on a timely basis and in compliance with the control
Performs project management duties in the planning, scheduling, coordinating, reviewing and reporting of IT compliance activities
Provides knowledge in IT compliance standards and performance criteria
Prepares audit and compliance reports, analysis and recommendations using advanced writing skills

Experience and Education:

6 years of related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience required
4 years using transmission control protocol/internet protocol (TCP/IP) services or networks, various operating systems, and desktop productivity software
Knowledge of artificial intelligence and machine learning
Knowledge of the confidentiality, integrity and availability (CIA) triad
Knowledge of Information technology security frameworks
Knowledge of carbon black protection, Symantec endpoint protection and security information and events management (SIEM) solutions preferred
Ability to work with networked computers and servers
Ability to work independently and solve problems as they arise
Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with integrity
Ability to continuously learn new technologies
Self-motivated and possess the ability to work in fast-paced environment
PC literate, including Microsoft Office products
Analytical and interpretive skills
Strong organizational skills
Ability to work in a team environment
Ability to meet or exceed Performance Competencies

Desired Skills:

Bachelor's degree in a computer related field from an accredited college or university preferred
Major in information systems or computer science preferred
CompTIA Security+ certification, Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH), GIAC Certified Enterprise Defender (GCED), and/or Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) preferred
Experience with network topologies, security and access control tools, encryption technologies and algorithms preferred

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Type: Contract

Experience: 3

Category: Accounting / Finance

Company: 32206

Salary: 40.00 Hourly

Reference ID: 185882

Date Posted: 07/02/2020

Start Date: 07/13/2020

End Date: 02/22/2021

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