Role: Cyber Security Consultant
Location: Atlanta, GA/ Dallas, TX
Job Responsibilities:
- Security Monitoring: Monitor security systems and alerts to detect potential security threats, vulnerabilities, and breaches.
- Incident Response: Assist in the investigation and response to security incidents, including analyzing logs, conducting root cause analysis, and preparing reports.
- Vulnerability Management: Participate in vulnerability assessments and help remediate identified security weaknesses.
- Access Control: Assist in managing user access to systems, ensuring compliance with security policies and procedures.
- Security Awareness: Support the development and implementation of security awareness programs for employees.
- Documentation: Maintain accurate records of security incidents, audit logs, and system configurations.
- Policy Compliance: Ensure that cybersecurity measures are in compliance with internal policies, industry standards, and regulatory requirements.
- Learning & Development: Continuously improve your knowledge of cybersecurity trends, threats, and technologies through training and certifications.
Qualifications:
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.
- Knowledge: Basic understanding of cybersecurity principles, including threat detection, incident response, and vulnerability management.
- Technical Skills: Familiarity with security tools and technologies (e.g., firewalls, antivirus software, SIEM systems). Basic knowledge of networking and operating systems (Windows, Linux).
- Analytical Skills: Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to think critically about potential security issues.
- Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively report on security incidents and collaborate with the team.
- Certifications: CompTIA Security+, Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH), or other relevant certifications are a plus but not required.
- Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment, as well as independently.