IT Cyber Security Specialist
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Job Description Looking for a Senior IT Security professional for a long term contract work with a global financial services firm in NYC. ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES: • Cybersecurity professionals - 5-7 years of experience. Develop and implement a comprehensive cybersecurity strategy and policies to protect an organization's digital assets. Design secure IT systems, networks, and applications. Continuously monitor network traffic, system logs, and security alerts for signs of suspicious or malicious activities. Manage user access to systems and data, ensuring that only authorized individuals have the appropriate permissions. Implement multi-factor authentication (MFA) and strong password policies. Identify and assess vulnerabilities in software, hardware, and configurations. Patch and remediate vulnerabilities in a timely manner. Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing. Develop and maintain an incident response plan to address security incidents and data breaches. Ensure that the organization complies with relevant cybersecurity regulations and standards (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA, ISO 27001). Prepare for and participate in security audits and assessments. Perform security assessments, code reviews, and security testing on applications and systems. Evaluate and select security tools and technologies to enhance the security posture. •Information Security Administrator - Implement network security policies, protect network from unauthorized access, monitor network usage and resolves access issues. Understand and execute security practices according to regulatory bodies. Capture and maintain log data for analysis. Lead manager for regulatory, internal/external and yearly audits. Follow backup retention policies and procedures according to regulatory requirements.