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Responsibilities Design, implement, and maintain comprehensive cybersecurity measures for safeguarding systems, networks, and sensitive data. Administer and optimize cybersecurity infrastructure including firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDS/IPS), endpoint detection and response (EDR), privileged access management (PAM), and cloud security posture management (CSPM) platforms. Perform regular security assessments and audits to proactively identify vulnerabilities, prioritizing and addressing remediations. Continuously monitor network and system activity for suspicious behavior or potential threats, performing detailed risk analysis and incident investigation. Serve as a vital member of the Incident Response Team, effectively addressing cybersecurity breaches and minimizing business impact. Develop, document, and execute emergency response plans, disaster recovery protocols, and incident playbooks. Collaborate closely with IT teams and various business units to integrate robust security practices across the organization. Partner actively with the Security Operations team to stay ahead of emerging ransomware, phishing campaigns, and zero-day vulnerabilities, and implement appropriate preventive measures. Contribute to the creation, review, and enforcement of cybersecurity policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with applicable regulations and industry standards. Generate clear, concise, and timely reports on security posture, threats, incidents, and mitigation measures for senior management. Stay abreast of industry developments, emerging threats, innovative technologies, and best practices to continually enhance cybersecurity defenses. Recommend improvements to security architecture, technology adoption, and procedures based on threat intelligence and industry advancements. Perform additional cybersecurity-related duties as required. Basic Qualifications Minimum 3 years of experience in cybersecurity roles, with a solid understanding of network infrastructure and database security. Demonstrated proficiency in security technologies including firewalls, VPN, IDS/IPS, endpoint protection, encryption, and cloud security. Hands-on experience working in diverse environments such as cloud, hybrid-cloud, multi-cloud, and on-premises systems. Familiarity with cybersecurity frameworks (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001) and regulatory standards (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA). Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving capabilities. Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English, with proven ability to collaborate effectively across teams. Relevant industry certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM, CEH, CompTIA Security+) strongly preferred. Ability to travel domestically or internationally up to 10% as needed. Preferred Characteristics Bachelor’s or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related technical fields. Experience securing Operational Technology (OT) systems in global manufacturing environments. Expertise in defending against sophisticated threats, including nation-state threat actors. Prior U.S. Security Clearance or experience in highly regulated environments. Familiarity and experience conducting audits and maintaining compliance with standards such as SOC, ISO 27001/27017/27018/27701, FedRAMP, SOX 404, HITRUST CSF, HIPAA, GxP, 21 CFR Part 11, EU Annex 11, and NIST guidelines. Proficiency in scripting languages such as Python, Shell, Ruby, or Perl. Previous experience in corporate IT, help desk, or infrastructure support roles. Show more Show less
