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KPMG US · 15 hours ago

Cyber Consultant (contract)

Austin, TX

Contract

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

$50/hr - $60/hr

0+ years exp

KPMG US is a professional services firm that offers audit, tax, and advisory services. They are seeking a Cyber Consultant to monitor security events, investigate incidents, and collaborate with teams to enhance cybersecurity measures.

Financial Services

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Monitor security alerts, events, and incidents in real-time using Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) and other security tools

Perform initial triage of security alerts, assessing their severity, relevance, and urgency to determine the appropriate response

Investigate security incidents, identify potential root causes, perform remediation actions, and assist in developing mitigation strategies

Analyze network traffic, system logs, and other data sources to identify patterns and anomalies indicative of security threats

Review and report on the efficacy of security monitoring tools, ensuring their optimal performance and effectiveness

Create detailed incident reports and maintain accurate records of security incidents and their resolutions

Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including incident responders and system administrators, to contain and remediate security incidents

Stay informed of emerging cybersecurity threats, vulnerabilities, and industry best practices through threat intelligence sources and research

Assist in the development and implementation of security procedures, and best practices

Participate in ongoing security awareness and technical security training

Communicate effectively with clients and stakeholders, provide timely updates on incident status, and remediation progress

Assist in preparing reports on security incidents, trends, and operational metrics ensuring transparency and actionable insights

Follow playbooks and reference guides during case triage and incident investigations

Qualification

Cybersecurity principlesSecurity InformationEvent Management (SIEM)Data analysis/visualization toolsIT Security frameworksRelevant certificationsTCP/IPNetworkingAnalytical skillsAccountabilityProfessionalismScripting language (Python)Communication skillsTeamworkOwnershipIntegrity

Required

Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Management Information Systems, or a related field

0-3 years of prior work experience in a relevant field, with a strong interest in cybersecurity

Basic understanding of cybersecurity principles, technologies, and network defense concepts

Strong analytical and critical thinking skills with keen attention to detail

Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to articulate technical information clearly

Ability to work effectively in a global team environment and drive results in a matrixed organization

Keen sense of ownership and accountability, with an eagerness to learn

Ability to quickly learn security products, tools, and processes to maintain the team's proficiency

Act with integrity, professionalism, and personal responsibility to uphold KPMG's respectful and courteous work environment

Preferred

Experience with Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) tools (e.g., Microsoft Sentinel, IBM QRadar, LogRhythm)

Basic knowledge of data analysis/visualization tools (e.g., Excel, Tableau, Power BI, SQL)

Relevant certifications such as CompTIA Security+, CySA+, or equivalent

Understanding of TCP/IP, common networking ports and protocols, traffic flow, system administration, OSI model, defense-in-depth, and common security elements

Experience reviewing logs, network data, and attack artifacts for incident investigations

Experience addressing Phishing incidents

Familiar with Python or any scripting language

Company

KPMG US

Glassdoor3.6

KPMG is one of the world’s leading professional services firms and the fastest growing Big Four accounting firm in the United States.

Founded in 1987

New York, NY, US

10001+ employees

http://www.kpmg.com/US

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