What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cyber security Specialist position at IT Excel?
Job Details
Experienced in data encryption, secure network design, and cloud security principles with a strong foundation in cybersecurity compliance (NIST, ISO/IEC 27001, GDPR, HIPAA).
Required Skills and Experience:
Cybersecurity Expertise: A minimum of 4-6 years of hands-on experience in the field of cybersecurity, with a strong understanding of threat detection, vulnerability management, risk assessment, and incident response.
Technical Proficiency: Experience with SIEM tools, IDS/IPS systems, firewalls, endpoint protection, and network security.
Familiarity with data encryption techniques, secure network design, and cloud security principles.
Compliance & Regulatory Knowledge:
Knowledge of key cybersecurity frameworks and compliance requirements, such as NIST, ISO/IEC 27001, GDPR, and HIPAA.
Experience ensuring security measures meet regulatory and legal standards.
Collaboration & Communication Skills:
Strong interpersonal and communication skills to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams (IT, legal, compliance, and business units).
Ability to work with stakeholders to understand business needs and align security initiatives accordingly.
Certifications: Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CISA, CompTIA Security , CEH (Certified Ethical Hacker), or similar.
