Cyber Security Specialist

Company Overview:

For the past 15+ years, eTelligent Group has consistently delivered excellent services that are demonstrated through our exceptional past performances. As a WOSB, and small business, we have distinguished our company as effective problem solvers with innovative, scalable solutions. We integrate CMMI Dev V2.0 Level 3 processes, tools, and techniques with innovative, cost-efficient, and secure solutions to address complex challenges. We also hold ISO 9001:2015, ISO/IEC 27001:2013, and ISO/IEC 20000-1:2018 certifications.

Job Description:

We’re seeking an experienced and vigilant cybersecurity specialist who can proactively prevent breaches of all sizes, understand when they occur, and take immediate steps to remediate them. In this role, the specialist will help keep cybercrime at bay, using expertise and analytics to monitor our data at all points of contact, ferret out malware and ransomware events, and recommend solutions for any vulnerabilities. The ideal candidate has an understanding of cybersecurity standards and certifications, extensive knowledge of how cybercriminals work, and determination to never allow them access.

Primary Duties:

• Responsible for discovering vulnerabilities and risks in networks, software systems and data centers with ongoing vulnerability scans, monitoring network data, and ensuring hardware and software applications are updated.
• Manage any potential attacks or intrusions that may occur during this time period to make sure the client's information isn't compromised.
• Collect data on current security measures for risk analysis, and write systems status reports regularly.
• Monitor constantly for attacks and run appropriate defensive protocols if a breach occurs.
• Conduct testing to identify vulnerabilities, and collaborate with cybersecurity team to update defensive protocols when necessary.
• Configure antivirus systems, firewalls, data centers, and software updates with a security-first mindset.
• Grant credentials to authorized users, monitor access-related activities, and check for unregistered information changes.
• Help lead employee training to prevent phishing and other forms of cyberattack.

Required Skills:

• Deep knowledge of IT, including hardware, software, and networks.
• Meticulous eye for detail and an ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong abilities in critical thinking, problem-solving, logic, and forensics.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master's Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of related experience.
• Candidates must meet requirements to obtain and maintain a Minimum Background Investigation (MBI) clearance (active Moderate Risk MBI clearance is a plus).
• Candidates must be a US Citizen or a Legal Permanent Resident (Green Card status) for at least three (3) years, and Federal Tax compliant.

Commitment to Diversity -eTelligent Group provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law. Further, the company takes affirmative action to ensure that applicants are employed, and employees are treated during employment without regard to any of these characteristics. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated.