Security Specialist

Remote

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By performing their job duties, a Security Specialist reduces the risk of your company becoming a victim of accidental data loss, malicious cyber-attacks or data theft. They spot potential problems before bad actors do and take steps to close gaps in your information systems security to protect data.

What does a Security Specialist do?

The primary responsibility of a Security Specialist is to ensure that confidential, private, trade secret and other sensitive data stays out of the hands of data thieves and other unauthorized individuals.

Responsibilities

A Security Specialist should be able to fulfill various duties and responsibilities. The following are some duties and responsibilities a Security Specialist should be able to execute:

Running tests and assessments to identify potential security vulnerabilities
Developing plans and procedures to safeguard and recover data
Enhancing existing security with password protection, firewalls and other tools
Installing and maintaining security software to protect data systems
Monitoring systems, servers and networks for any signs of incursions
Simulating data loss scenarios to evaluate the effectiveness of existing recovery plans

Required Skills

A competitive Security Specialist will have certain skills and qualifications, including:

High-level programming skills in applicable languages, such as PHP or C++
Extensive knowledge of security frameworks
Research skills to keep abreast of the latest malware threats and developments in IT security
Critical thinking and analytical skills to identify and diagnose threats
Strong oral and verbal communication skills to write reports, train staff and collaborate with other members of your IT team
Multitasking skills to complete other tasks while monitoring data systems

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