Cybersecurity Specialist

Coast Inc

Hattiesburg, MS, United States

about 2 months ago

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Role details

Contract type

Permanent contract

Employment type

Full-time (> 32 hours)

Experience level

Expert

Experience required

5 years minimum

Working hours

Regular working hours

Job source

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Tech stack

Software System Penetration Testing Cyber Security Monitoring of Systems Intrusion Detection and Prevention Intrusion Detection Systems Network Security Phishing Security Information and Event Management Software Vulnerability Management Cyber Threat Analysis Firewalls (Computer Science) Information Technology

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Vulnerability Analysis

Job description

Monitor, detect, investigate, and respond to cybersecurity threats, vulnerabilities, and security incidents to protect organizational systems, networks, and data.
Design, implement, maintain, and continuously improve cybersecurity technologies, security controls, and monitoring tools to safeguard Coast Electric and CoastConnect infrastructure.
Conduct risk assessments, vulnerability assessments, security audits, penetration testing, and compliance reviews to identify and mitigate security risks.
Manage identity and access controls, data protection strategies, and third-party security evaluations to ensure adherence to security standards and best practices.
Develop, maintain, and test cybersecurity policies, procedures, incident response plans, disaster recovery plans, and other security governance initiatives.
Provide security guidance and recommendations for new systems, applications, and technology projects to ensure secure design and implementation.
Promote a culture of cybersecurity awareness through employee training, phishing simulations, security communications, and ongoing education programs.

Requirements

Associate degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or related field required; bachelor’s degree preferred.
Five (5) years of cybersecurity, network security, or information technology.
Strong understanding of cybersecurity principles, threat detection, incident response, and vulnerability management.
Experience with SIEM, EDR/XDR, IDS/IPS, firewalls, and other enterprise security technologies.
Ability to analyze complex problems, identify risks, and implement effective solutions.
Cybersecurity certification preferred or ability to obtain certification.
Knowledge of critical infrastructure security and NERC CIP standards is a plus.