Security Specialist

CBTS serves enterprise and midmarket clients in all industries across the United States and Canada. CBTS combines deep technical expertise with a full suite of flexible technology solutions--including Application Modernization, Managed Hybrid Cloud, Cybersecurity, Unified Communications, and Infrastructure solutions. From developing and deploying modern applications and the secure, scalable platforms on which they run, to managing, monitoring, and optimizing their operations, CBTS delivers comprehensive technology solutions for its clients' transformative business initiatives. For more information, please visit www.cbts.com.

Job Purpose

The role of the Security Specialist is to help support the strategy, goals, and objectives of the CBTS Security (Cyber and Physical Security) organization. CBTS Security develops policies, standards, and guidelines and provides services to mitigate cyber and physical risks to CBTS data, IT systems, electronic products, facilities, physical assets, and, most importantly, its employees.

For this specific role we are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented individual to serve as a liaison with the Department of Justice (DOJ) and to continue to implement the CBTS Third Party Risk Program. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing and overseeing the duties required under a Letter of Agreement (LOA) with the United States Government. This role involves ensuring compliance with all terms and conditions outlined in the LOA, facilitating communication between our company and the DOJ, and addressing any national security and law enforcement risks as stipulated in the agreement.

Essential Functions

• Act as a key point of contact between our company and the DOJ with regards to the LOA
• Manage and oversee the implementation of all duties and commitments outlined in the LOA.
• Ensure compliance with national security and law enforcement requirements as specified in the LOA.
• Coordinate with various departments within the company to gather necessary information and ensure timely submission of required documents to the DOJ.
• Monitor and report on the progress of LOA-related activities to senior management.
• Address any issues or concerns raised by the DOJ in a timely and effective manner.
• Maintain accurate records of all communications and submissions related to the LOA.
• Work directly with the Security and Deputy Security Officers of the organization
• Manage the CBTS Third Party Risk Program
• Evaluate risk of proposed third parties
• Determine required level of security language in vendor contracts
• Collect and review high risk vendor security certifications and/or attestations
  

Education

• Four years of college resulting in a bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
  
  

Experience

• 3 to 5 years of work experience in cyber security, auditing, or experience in a liaison or compliance role (preferably with a government agency)
• Experience working with the DOJ or other state and federal agencies.
• 2-3 years of experience with a Third Party Risk Management program
• Experience working with the DOJ or other state and federal agencies.
  
  

Special Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Experience reviewing contract language related to security requirements
• Strong presentation skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Outlook, SharePoint)
  
  

Work Environment

• Hybrid Office setting/Remote[MK1] Work from Home (WFH)
  
  

Supervisory Responsibilities

• No supervisory Responsibility
  
  

Due to U.S. Government requirements applicable to foreign-owned telecommunications providers, non-US citizens may be required to submit to an extensive government agency background check which will necessitate disclosure of sensitive Personally Identifiable Information.

The Pay Range For This Role Is

70,000 - 95,000 USD per year (United States)