Cyber Security Specialist
Confidential
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Job Description
About the Hiring Company
Confidential, a recruitment agency, partners with technology-driven organizations across the EMEA region. On behalf of our clients, we are seeking a dedicated Cyber Security Specialist to support the protection of digital assets, systems, and data in a fully remote environment.
About the Role
As a Cyber Security Specialist, you will be instrumental in safeguarding an organization’s infrastructure against cyber threats, ensuring strict compliance with security standards, and proactively identifying vulnerabilities. This pivotal role demands robust technical expertise, acute analytical thinking, and the ability to effectively respond to security incidents within a dynamic, remote work setting.
Key Responsibilities
- Monitor systems, networks, and applications for security threats and vulnerabilities.
- Implement and maintain security controls, policies, and procedures.
- Conduct risk assessments, vulnerability scans, and penetration testing.
- Investigate and respond to security incidents and breaches.
- Ensure compliance with security frameworks, policies, and regulatory requirements.
- Collaborate remotely with IT, engineering, and product teams to embed security best practices.
- Stay up to date with emerging cyber threats, trends, and mitigation techniques.
- Prepare security reports, documentation, and recommendations for stakeholders.
Qualifications & Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cyber Security, or a related field.
- Proven experience as a Cyber Security Specialist or similar security-focused role.
- Strong understanding of network security, cloud security, and endpoint protection.
- Experience with security monitoring tools, firewalls, IDS/IPS, and SIEM solutions.
- Knowledge of common cyber threats, attack vectors, and mitigation strategies.
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a remote, distributed team.
Preferred Skills
- Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) and cloud security best practices.
- Familiarity with security frameworks and standards (ISO 27001, NIST, SOC 2, etc.).
- Hands-on experience with incident response and threat hunting.
- Relevant certifications (CEH, CISSP, CISM, Security+) are a plus.
- Strong communication skills and ability to explain technical risks to non-technical stakeholders.
Key skills/competency
- Cybersecurity
- Network Security
- Cloud Security
- Endpoint Protection
- Security Monitoring
- Vulnerability Management
- Incident Response
- SIEM
- Compliance
- Risk Assessment
How to Get Hired at Confidential
- Research Confidential's culture: Study their mission, values, recent news, and employee testimonials on LinkedIn and Glassdoor to understand their client focus.
- Tailor your Cyber Security Specialist resume: Highlight experience in network, cloud, and endpoint security, incident response, and compliance. Optimize for keywords like "SIEM," "vulnerability management," and "risk assessment."
- Prepare for technical assessments: Expect questions on security frameworks, threat mitigation, and specific tools. Showcase your expertise in cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).
- Demonstrate remote collaboration skills: Emphasize your ability to work effectively in a distributed team and communicate complex technical risks clearly to non-technical stakeholders.
- Showcase relevant certifications: Mention any CEH, CISSP, CISM, or Security+ certifications to demonstrate your commitment and advanced knowledge in cybersecurity.
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