Cyber Security Specialist

Key Responsibilities:

· Cybersecurity Risk Assessment & Remediation: Conduct thorough assessments of the organization's current security posture, identifying vulnerabilities and implementing remediation measures to mitigate risks.

· Security Architecture & Solution Design: Assist in designing and implementing security controls and systems to protect critical assets, data, and networks.

· Incident Response Support: Support incident response efforts by identifying and addressing potential security threats, conducting root cause analysis, and assisting with incident reporting and recovery efforts.

· Documentation & Reporting: Create and maintain clear, detailed security documentation, including policies, procedures, and incident reports. Ensure that security measures are clearly documented for internal and external stakeholders.

· Collaboration with Stakeholders: Work closely with IT, cybersecurity teams, and business units to ensure alignment of cybersecurity initiatives with organizational goals and regulatory requirements.

· Compliance Assurance: Ensure that cybersecurity policies and practices are aligned with applicable legal and regulatory requirements (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA, NIST).

· Training & Awareness: Provide support for developing training materials and conducting awareness sessions on security best practices for various stakeholders across the organization.

· Security Monitoring: Assist in configuring and monitoring security tools (e.g., SIEM, IDS/IPS, EDR) to proactively detect and mitigate security threats.

Preferred Skills and Experience:

· Certifications: Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CISA, CompTIA Security , CEH (Certified Ethical Hacker), or similar.

· Cloud Security: Experience securing cloud environments such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud, and using cloud-native security tools.

Job Type: Contract

Pay: $55.00 - $65.00 per hour

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Location:

• Boise, ID 83702 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $55 - $65