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IRIS Consulting Corporation Sr. Security Engineer in Atlanta, Georgia

Responsible for the design, testing, evaluation, implementation, support, management, and deployment of security systems/devices used to safeguard the organization’s information assets. Also responsible for analyzing the information security environment and assisting with the development of security measures to safeguard information against accidental or unauthorized modification, destruction, or disclosure. '-Works with the technical team to recover data after a security breach. -Configures and installs firewalls and intrusion detection systems. -Develops automation scripts to handle and track incidents. -Investigates intrusion incidents, conducts forensic investigations and mounts incident responses. -Delivers technical reports and formal papers on test findings. -Installs firewalls, data encryption, and other security measures. -Maintains access by providing information, resources, and technical support. -Ensures authorized access by investigating improper access; revoking access; reporting violations; monitoring information requests by new programming; recommending improvements. -Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading professional publications; maintaining personal networks; participating in professional organizations. -Accomplishes information systems and organization mission by completing related results as needed. '-Builds, deploys, and tracks security measurements for computer systems and networks. -Mitigates security vulnerabilities by implementing applicable solutions and tools. -Performs vulnerability testing, risk analyses, and security assessments. -Collaborates with colleagues on authentication, authorization, and encryption solutions. -Tests security solutions using industry standard analysis criteria. -Responds to information security issues during each stage of a project’s lifecycle. -Performs risk assessments and testing of data processing systems. -Establishes system controls by developing framework for controls and levels of access; recommending improvements

-Establishes computer and terminal physical security by developing standards, policies, and procedures; coordinates with facilities security; recommends improvements. -Safeguards computer files by performing regular backups; developing procedures for source code management and disaster preparedness; recommends improvements. '-Determines the sensitivity of the data in order to recommend the appropriate security needs. -Develops proposals for, and consider cost effective equipment options to satisfy security needs. -Communicates with the technical team, management team and users companywide if data security is breached. -Designs infrastructure to alert the technical team of detected vulnerabilities. -Evaluates new technologies and processes that enhance security capabilities. -Supervises changes in software, hardware, facilities, telecommunications and user needs. -Defines, implements, and maintains corporate security policies. -Analyzes and advises on new security technologies and program conformance. -Creates, tests, and implements network disaster recovery plans. -Recommends security enhancements and purchases. -Trains staff on network and information security procedures. -Develops security awareness by providing orientation, educational programs, and on-going communication. -Recommends modifications in legal, technical and regulatory areas that affect IT security.

Responsibilities

• Participate in vendor risk management activities including but not limited to third party risk assessments, gap analysis, contract review, vendor breach and termination activities, and partner with internal stakeholders to monitor vendors.

• Perform data analytics and create meaningful reports to effectively communicate outcomes from vendor management activities and relate security, compliance, and/or governance-related concepts and controls across a variety of audiences including non-technical audiences

• Identify and communicate findings of non-compliance with Information Security Standards and track to remediation or to an acceptable level of risk

• Continuously work to improve the overall Vendor Risk Management Program through identifying opportunities and leading implementation activities

• Provide guidance to the business, Strategic Sourcing and other stakeholders to ensure requirements of VRM are fully understood.

• Serve as the subject matter expert in interpreting requirements and improve awareness of Operational Risks faced by Business from vendor’s failure/poor performance

• Stay informed about the latest developments in the vendor risk management field.

• Perform any other job-related instructions, as requested, with reasonable accommodation.

What you need to succeed (minimum qualifications):

• 5 or more years of experience with information technology security programs, audits, controls and/or third-party risk management

• Ability to identify and assess IT security controls against policies and standards and Federal/State Regulatory requirements and identify and communicate gaps

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills

• Advanced computer skills including Microsoft Office suite and other business-related software programs

• Ability to effectively manage time and productivity with competing priorities in a rapidly changing, fast-paced, interactive, results-based team environment

• Proven analytical / problem solving skills and ability to work with cross-functional teams

• High School diploma, GED or High School Equivalency.

• Embraces diverse people, thinking and styles.

• Consistently makes safety and security, of self and others, the priority.

• Where permitted by applicable law, must have received or be willing to receive the COVID-19 vaccine by date of hire to be considered for U.S.-based job, if not currently employed by *, Inc.

What will give you a competitive edge (preferred qualifications):

• Bachelor’s Degree or 5 plus years of relevant experience in Computer Science, Mathematics, Engineering, Information Systems, Management Information Systems or Information Security

• Key industry certifications such as CISA, CISM, CISSP, CRISC, etc.

• Knowledge of industry standard frameworks such as NIST Cybersecurity Framework, ISO 27001, NIST 800-30, etc.

• Familiarity with third party information security attestations/certifications such as SOC I/II reports, ISO, PCI-DSS, SOX.

• Comprehensive knowledge of third-party risk concepts, methodologies, governance structures and experience in managing risk and performing vendor risk assessments

• Experience across Information Security domains such as governance & compliance, incident response, identity & access management, penetration testing, or e-discovery & forensics

• Experience across IT domains such as application development, infrastructure, technical support and operations, cloud technologies and/or continuity of business

• Experience with RSA Archer

​Equal opportunity employer including disability/veterans.

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