Cyber Security Controls Assessor (ONLY W2)

Overview

Hybrid
Depends on Experience
Contract - W2

Skills

Cisco Certifications
Certified Ethical Hacker
COBIT
CISSP
CISM
CISA
Computer Networking
IT Infrastructure
IT Risk Management
IT Security
IT Service Management
Cyber Security
GCCS
NERC
NIST SP 800 Series
System Security
Microsoft Excel
Cisco
Communication
Database
Documentation
Analytical Skill
ITIL
ISACA
Information Security
Information Systems
Microsoft Certified Professional
Sarbanes-Oxley
PMP
Evaluation
Supervision
Security Controls
Regulatory Compliance
Project Management
Operating Systems
Business Process

Job Details

Job Title: IT - Cyber Security Controls Assessor - Career Location: Oakland, CA (Hybrid)
TOP THINGS:
- Deep understanding of security framework and IT assessment process; detail
oriented
Position Summary:
The Cyber Security Controls Assessment family is responsible for the
assessment, verification, review, and audit of General Computer Controls
across the enterprise. The Cyber Security Controls Assessor ( Assessor )
will be responsible for assessments which will require review and evaluation
of IT and/or business systems and processes for compliance with defined
regulatory standards, internal processes, and procedures. Additionally, the
Assessor will be responsible for the identification of risks, evaluation of
control deficiencies, and recommendation on remediation efforts consistent
with IT organizational policies, standards, procedures, and regulatory
requirements.

Duties and 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.

Qualifications Minimum Education Required:
BA/BS in Computer Science, Business, or equivalent experience.
Minimum On-the-Job 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
Desired Experience:
Utility Industry Experience
Big 4 experience
Demonstrated experience with Sarbanes Oxley or the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) SP800-53 security controls catalog.
Minimum Required License / Certification:
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);

Desired License / Certification:
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).
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
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

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