Posted 24 months ago
IT Security Officer
AI Summary
IT Security Officer manages and improves the organization’s information security program, monitoring networks for breaches, implementing protective controls, and supporting compliance efforts.
About this role
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Monitor organization’s networks for security breaches and investigate when one occurs
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Use and maintain software, such as firewalls and data encryption programs, to protect sensitive information
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Check for vulnerabilities in computer and network systems
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Research the latest information technology (IT) security trends
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Prepare reports that document general metrics, attempted attacks, and security breaches
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Develop security standards and best practices for their organization
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Recommend security enhancements to management or senior IT staff
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Help computer users when they need to install or learn about new security products and procedures
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Help in SOC 2 Certifications
Requirements
Requirements and skills
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Experience in risk, compliance and information security policy development.
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Excellent organizational and communication skills (both oral and written).
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Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to effectively communicate with a wide range of individuals and constituencies in a diverse community.
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Knowledge of IT processes and controls and strong understanding of risk and control frameworks such as (CoBIT, ISO, NIST, ITIL, PCI).
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General knowledge of information security regulatory requirements and standards such as ISO 27001/2