Security Specialist

Posted 7 Days Ago
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Hiring Remotely in USA
Remote
Mid level
Information Technology
The Role
The Security Specialist monitors clients' environments for security issues and ensures a strong security posture by resolving incidents, conducting vulnerability scans, and collaborating with other departments.
Summary Generated by Built In

At Worksighted we are passionate about helping people do their best work. Worksighted has grown tremendously in the last few years as our ability to provide remote employment opportunities and technology support services have expanded across the country. We are looking to fill many open positions to keep up with this growth and would love to tell you more about Worksighted.

Who We Are:

Worksighted is a relationship-driven Managed Service Provider (MSP) for IT Services based in Michigan. We work hard, but we don’t take ourselves too seriously. As a team, we know we’re only as good as the values we stand for and the hard work we put in every day. Joining our team means being a unique piece to the puzzle and a superhero in your own way. From crucial benefits like health insurance and company-paid short-term disability to engagement events and zombie-themed wellness challenges, we work hard, have a lot of fun, and know what matters most to our people.

We are looking for a Security Specialist who will be responsible for monitoring our clients’ environments for security issues and addressing these issues accordingly. This position will work closely with the Director of Security and other engineers to ensure our clients maintain a strong security posture.


Who You Are:

  • You have a Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Information Technology, Cyber Security, or related field. Equivalent work experience acceptable.
  • You have two (2) to three (3) years of experience working in Cyber Security.
  • You hold an active security certification (i.e. CompTIA Security+, GCIH, CySA+, etc.)
  • You have knowledge of common security management frameworks such as ISO/IEC 27001, NIST, CIS, and CSA
  • You have the ability to convey security information to technical and non-technical end users in a way that inspires adoption and adherence to all IT and Board security policies and programs.
  • You have excellent communication and organizational skills, are detail-oriented, and able to effectively prioritize and execute tasks.

What You’re Accountable For:

  • Processing triaged and escalated security-related issues from the Security Support Board.
  • Monitoring Worksighted’s security solutions, including MDR, EDR, ATP, MFA, Dark Web monitoring, and Security Awareness Training.
  • Assisting with security-related client-service events, resolving basic incidents, and learning from the resolution of advanced issues.
  • Assisting in security incident response and remediation, including the development of documentation and best-practice processes.
  • Supporting security initiatives and projects, including security baselines and proactive monitoring of client environments.
  • Identifying, tracking, and responding to potential threats within client environments.
  • Providing clients with timely status updates on security tickets, ensuring ticket documentation remains accurate and current.
  • Supporting the Director of Security in preparing security-related reports and documentation.
  • Conducting vulnerability scans and producing reports for current and prospective clients.
  • Collaborating internally across departments to help clients maintain a robust security posture.
  • Providing security training and guidance to Worksighted engineers and other staff as needed.
  • Assisting in documenting organizational security standards, policies, and best practices.
  • Providing extended hours support as part of security on-call rotation.
  • Any other duties and tasks that are required by the Company.

What You’ll Use:

  • EDR
  • MDR
  • SOAR
  • SAT
  • Dark Web
  • Nessus


Why You’ll Love Worksighted:

  • Competitive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, company matches to 401(k) and HSA accounts, and company-paid short-term disability and life insurance policies.
  • Generous compensation package with a quarterly bonus program.
  • Paid time off for vacations, sick time, and personal days, plus a paid day off on your birthday!
  • Well-rounded approach to employee wellness with benefits such as a monthly wellness stipend, free healthy snacks, and an Employee Assistance Program.
  • Monthly cell phone stipend.
  • Open and collaborative work environment – both in office and from home.
  • Frequent employee engagement activities ranging from potlucks to company-wide games of virtual BINGO.
  • In-depth onboarding program including lunch with leadership, job shadows with every department of the company, and thorough on-the-job training.
  • Continuous performance management process with open communication, consistent check ins, and support from leaders.

Learn more about our values and what it’s like to be a member of our team on our website or by following us on Instagram @Worksighted.

Top Skills

Dark Web
Edr
Mdr
Nessus
Sat
Soar
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The Company
HQ: Holland, MI
78 Employees
On-site Workplace
Year Founded: 2000

What We Do

Worksighted provides responsive, innovative, and strategic IT services to businesses seeking a valuable IT partner. Since 2000, the Holland-based firm has supported organizations throughout Michigan with the technology and strategy they need to grow. Find more at worksighted.com.

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