Cybersecurity Operations Specialist

Join our team and help us protect our company's valuable assets from cyber threats

Position: Cybersecurity Operations Specialist

Location: New York, New York, United States

Company: Lobox

Salary: $190000 - $240000

Employment Type: Full-time

Job Functions: Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Operations

Overview: Lobox is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Cybersecurity Operations Specialist to join our dynamic team. As a Cybersecurity Operations Specialist, you will be responsible for ensuring the security and integrity of our company's information systems. You will work closely with our IT team to monitor, detect, and respond to cyber threats, as well as implement and maintain security measures to protect our company's data and systems. The ideal candidate for this role will have a strong background in information technology and a deep understanding of cybersecurity practices and procedures.

Key Responsibilities:

• Monitor and analyze network traffic for potential security threats and vulnerabilities
• Identify and investigate security incidents, escalate and respond to security threats and breaches
• Collaborate with the IT team to implement security solutions and protocols to protect against cyber threats
• Conduct regular vulnerability assessments and penetration testing to identify and address potential weaknesses in our systems
• Stay up-to-date with emerging cybersecurity trends, technologies, and threats to continually improve our security posture
• Develop and maintain cybersecurity policies, procedures, and guidelines
• Conduct security awareness training for employees to promote a culture of cybersecurity
• Manage and maintain security tools and systems, including firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and antivirus software
• Review and assess security logs and reports to identify and address any potential security issues
• Work with external vendors and partners to ensure compliance with security standards and regulations
• Act as a point of contact for security incidents and provide timely and accurate updates to management and other stakeholders
• Participate in disaster recovery and business continuity planning and testing
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement security controls and processes in new systems and applications
• Provide support and guidance to colleagues on cybersecurity matters
• Communicate complex technical information to non-technical stakeholders effectively

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a cybersecurity role, preferably in an operational capacity
• Strong knowledge of cybersecurity principles, practices, and technologies
• Experience with security tools such as firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and vulnerability scanners
• Familiarity with security standards and frameworks such as NIST, ISO, and CIS
• Knowledge of network protocols, web technologies, and operating systems
• Experience with incident response and handling security incidents
• Ability to analyze and interpret security logs and reports
• Excellent problem-solving and critical thinking skills
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or GIAC are a plus

If you have a passion for cybersecurity and a drive to continuously improve our security posture, we want to hear from you. Apply now and be a part of our mission to keep our company safe and secure.