SPECTRAFORCE · 22 hours ago
Cyber Security Specialist
Oakland, CA
Contract
Hybrid
Mid Level
3+ years expSPECTRAFOR is seeking a Cyber Security Controls Assessor to join their team. This role involves assessing, verifying, and auditing General Computer Controls across the enterprise to ensure compliance with regulatory standards and internal processes. The Assessor will identify risks, evaluate control deficiencies, and recommend remediation efforts consistent with IT policies and standards.
ConsultingCRMInformation TechnologyLegal
Hiring Manager
Nikita Thukral
Responsibilities
Perform multi-platform (application, database, operating system, middleware, monitoring tools, and business processes) level assessments based on predefined test objectives and test plans. Perform retest of controls that have been remediated or updated as a result of previously identified deficiencies
Obtain, review, and interpret evidence provided to validate controls are performed effectively
Execute and report on results of IT Compliance assessments in accordance with industry best practices and established regulatory standards and requirements (e.g., NIST SP800-53, SP800-115, SOX, NERC CIP)
Obtain, review, and interpret organizational IT policies, standards and procedures to identify control points that would assist in mitigating risk to the business
Review test results or interpret evidences to address vulnerabilities, gaps, or control deficiencies; work with stakeholders to establish plans for sustainable resolution
Identify risks associated with control failures and supports the identification of mitigating controls
Partner with control owners to ensure control documentation is updated periodically to reflect current control environment
Perform other tasks as necessary to ensure that the Compliance meets its commitments to customers
Support the Compliance Sr. Manager/Manager as needed
Qualification
Required
BA/BS in Computer Science, Business, or equivalent experience
Minimum of 3 years of general IT experience, including IT security or IT risk management experience
Experience using Excel worksheets, workbooks, and formulas
Experience managing multiple projects with conflicting priorities
At least one existing certification from the following list, which must be currently maintained and valid: certification: Cisco Certified Networking Associate (CCNA), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), Certified in Risk and Information System Control (CRISC), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
Strong oral and written communication skills
Strong analytical skills
Understanding of application, database, network and systems security
Understanding of general computing controls (GCCs)
Able to identify complex control gaps
Understanding of generally applicable and accepted auditing standards and framework (e.g. COBIT) and best practices for IT services management (e.g., ITIL), regulatory standards and requirements (e.g. Sarbanes Oxley Act, NERC/CIP)
Excellent planning, organizational, and project management skills
Able to multi-task projects or assessments
Ability to work with minimal supervision in a fast-paced environment
Detail oriented
Preferred
Utility Industry Experience
Big 4 experience
Demonstrated experience with Sarbanes Oxley or National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) SP800-53 security controls catalog
One or more current and valid certifications directly applicable or complementary to the role and area of expertise, including those listed above, as well as: Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH), Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL), Microsoft Certified Professional/Security Engineer (MCP, MCSE), Cisco Certified Network Associate/Professional (CCNA, CCNP), Certified Information Security Manager (CISM), Project Management Professional (PMP)
Company
SPECTRAFORCE
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1001-5000 employees
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