Job Description
Work arrangement:
- Onsite
- W2 position; 12 months with a possibility of extension
- The Cloud Cybersecurity Specialist is tasked with securing the client’s cloud infrastructure and performing ongoing enterprise cybersecurity threat monitoring and incident response capabilities.
- The Cloud Cybersecurity Specialist will help the Applications Team build and manage a Secure Cloud Infrastructure by adhering to the client’s policy and industry best practices.
- This position will report directly to the Security Operations Manager to drive innovation and maturation of the Cyber threat detection and response capabilities.
- The client is looking for candidates who are highly organized, can work independently in a fast-paced environment and produce multiple quality deliverables within defined deadlines.
- The Security Analyst is involved in projects or issues of high complexity that requires an individual who can quickly think on their feet, challenge the status quo, and drive efficiencies through the process.
- Perform threat identification and analysis of risks to the Medicaid Cloud Based Systems
- Provide input and feedback on cloud/hybrid architectures related to Security
- Assist in the implementation and advancement of Continuous Monitoring and Incident Response processes and procedures
- Perform regular security audits of resources deployed in the Medicaid Cloud Based Systems
- Assist in investigation and remediation of security incidents and issues
- Serve as Security Subject Matter Expert for Secure Cloud Infrastructure
- Consult on, and provide requirements for critical projects and initiatives
- Create documentation on specific remediation steps to close vulnerabilities or mitigate risk to acceptable levels
- Create documentation that can readily to be added to procedures
- Revise documents and artifacts as tactics and techniques evolve to address new and emergent threats and trends
- Work with Information Technology, Application Development and Business Teams to advance security efforts of the Medicaid Enterprise
- Raise the awareness level of cloud security at the client
- Conducts security assessments to identify areas of risk and ensure gaps are remediated
- Effectively communicates to management and business stakeholders the status of projects and issues as they relate to Cloud Security
- Cyber Threat Response and Incident Handling
- Cloud platforms such as Amazon Web Services (AWS)
- Cloud Security
- Security Architect and/or Engineering
- Azure, Google Cloud Platform (GCP)
- Verbal Communication Skills; 6 + years
- Written Communication Skills; 6 + years
- cloud platforms / environments; 1+ years
- Technical Certifications; 1+ years
- IT Security; 2+ years
- Linux; 6 + years
- Windows; 6 + years
- Experience in system analysis and information technology; 6 + years
- Experience with UNIX, Windows, Linux, MacOS, Cisco, Juniper, web apps, databases, strong authentication, operating systems and network security protocols and procedures.
- Bachelor of Science Degree; 2+ years
- Configuration management; 1+ years
- Azure Cloud and Virtualization; 2+ years
- Any one or combination of:
- Cloud Certification (I.E CCSP)
- GIAC Certified Incident Handler (GCIH)
- Security +
- Or similar with valid experience
- BS degree in computer science, information technology, engineering, or similar discipline
- Network security certifications
Click the apply button or contact our recruiter Lori at Lori.Rutledge@dppit.com to learn more about this position (#24-00063).
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Authorized US Worker - US Citizens and those authorized to work in the US are encouraged to apply. We are unable to sponsor at this time. EOE/AA/V/D