- Company Name
- IPTA
- Job Title
- Cyber Security Specialist
- Job Description
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**Job Title**
Cyber Security Specialist
**Role Summary**
Design, implement, and manage security controls to protect enterprise networks and information systems from cyber threats. Lead incident response, conduct forensic investigations, and develop security best‑practice frameworks to maintain system integrity and compliance.
**Expectations**
- Resolve complex security incidents and vulnerabilities to prevent operational disruption.
- Maintain continuous security posture through monitoring, threat intelligence, and proactive defenses.
- Provide expert guidance on security technology, policy, and user training to enhance organizational resilience.
**Key Responsibilities**
1. Deploy, configure, and manage firewalls, IDS/IPS, endpoint protection, and encryption solutions.
2. Conduct threat monitoring, analyze logs, and detect anomalous network activity.
3. Respond to security incidents: triage, contain, eradicate, and recover systems.
4. Perform forensic analysis and reverse engineering of malware to identify indicators of compromise.
5. Develop, test, and maintain disaster recovery and business continuity plans.
6. Create and enforce security policies, standards, and procedures; conduct user awareness training.
7. Research emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and technologies to recommend security enhancements.
8. Produce detailed incident reports, risk assessments, and executive summaries.
**Required Skills**
- Advanced knowledge of network security architectures (firewalls, VPNs, NAC).
- Proficiency in incident response, digital forensics, and malware analysis.
- Expertise in vulnerability assessment tools (e.g., Nessus, Qualys) and threat intelligence platforms.
- Strong scripting/automation skills (Python, PowerShell).
- Familiarity with operating systems (Windows, Linux, macOS) and cloud security frameworks (AWS, Azure, GCP).
- Excellent analytical, problem‑solving, and communication abilities.
**Required Education & Certifications**
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field.
- Minimum 8 years of experience in a senior cyber security role.
- DoD 8570 Level II/II certification (or equivalent).
- Active security clearance required.