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Job Title: Sr. Cybersecurity Specialist
Location: Atlanta, GA (Webcam or In-Person Interview Required)
Job Type: Contract (Long-Term)
Job Summary:
We are seeking an advanced-level Cybersecurity Specialist to join our team on a long-term contract basis. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in threat hunting, incident response, vulnerability management, and security architecture design particularly focusing on identifying complex threats that evade automated detection systems.
This position involves leading or contributing to advanced security projects, aligning processes and technologies with the organization's security posture, and developing optimized tools and workflows. A proactive, analytical mindset is essential.
Entry Qualifications:
- Bachelor s Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Information Security, or related field OR equivalent practical experience.
- Minimum 4 years of proven success in technology leadership with an emphasis on information security and data governance.
Key Responsibilities:
Advanced Threat Hunting
- Proactively identify sophisticated threats that evade traditional security measures.
- Utilize advanced knowledge of cybersecurity threats, vulnerabilities, and frameworks.
Complex Incident Response
- Lead or support triage, investigation, and resolution of critical security incidents.
- Provide documentation and support root cause analysis.
Vulnerability Assessment
- Conduct vulnerability scans and analyze results to uncover security gaps and prioritize remediation.
Security Architecture
- Design and implement secure infrastructure solutions using advanced security technologies.
System Monitoring & Response
- Monitor systems and networks for signs of unauthorized access or vulnerabilities.
- Lead rapid response efforts when incidents occur.
Tool Optimization
- Evaluate current tools (e.g., SIEM, IDS, EDR) and suggest improvements or replacements.
Threat Intelligence Integration
- Ingest and correlate multiple threat intelligence feeds for improved detection capabilities.
Skills and Competencies:
Deep Technical Expertise
- Expertise in SIEM, IDS, EDR tools and platforms.
- Strong grasp of network security, computer systems, and incident detection methodologies.
Vulnerability Management
- Hands-on experience with tools and techniques for identifying and remediating vulnerabilities.
Threat Intelligence
- Ability to analyze and apply intelligence data to improve organizational security posture.
Incident Response
- Knowledge and experience managing complex IR workflows.
Proactive Defense
- Strong preference for proactive security mindset (e.g., threat hunting) rather than reactive-only approach.
Working Conditions:
- Hybrid work environment.
- May require on-call availability or after-hours response in critical scenarios.
- Background checks will be conducted.
- Candidates must be compliant with all local/state legal and tax obligations.
- Employment is contingent upon passing fingerprinting and background screening.
Required/Desired Skills:
Skill |
Bachelor s degree or equivalent experience in a related field |
Proven experience in information security and data governance |
Hands-on experience with cybersecurity tools (e.g., SIEM, EDR, IDS) |