Location
Boston, MA
Duration
6+ Months Contract
Job Type
Full-Time Contract (35 hours/week, 7 hours per day)
About The Role
You will play a vital role in safeguarding the digital assets of a leading educational institution. This position involves collaborating closely with the IT team to implement, maintain, and enhance security measures, ensuring the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of our data.
Key Responsibilities
- Evaluate, design, and deploy security solutions to address emerging threats and protect our systems.
- Manage and respond to cyber security incidents promptly and effectively.
- Oversee access control procedures and ensure compliance with security policies.
- Monitor security systems, audit logs, and network traffic for anomalies.
- Provide technical support and advice to IT staff and end users on security best practices.
- Ensure compliance with security policies and procedures.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
- Strong technical knowledge in at least one of the following areas: access control systems, firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention, or internet security.
- Proficiency in operating system administration (servers and desktops), network security, and application security.
- Excellent project management and communication skills.
- Coding experience in C, Java, Perl, Python, or a similar language is preferred.
- Experience with firewalls and intrusion detection/prevention systems is a plus.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
Preferred Qualifications
- Security certifications such as Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), SANS, or similar.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation package
- Flexible work arrangements
- Opportunities for professional growth and development
Employment Type: Contractor