IT Security Specialist

Alterra Bills is looking for IT Security Specialist who will be responsible for assessing, configuring, and maintaining security IT infrastructure, systems, and applications against potential vulnerabilities and cyber threats.

CORE RESPONSIBILITY:
1. System Hardening

• Develop and implement security hardening procedures for servers, network devices, and applications to minimize potential attack surfaces.
• Stay updated on industry best practices and emerging threats to continually enhance the security posture.

2. Vulnerability & Patch Management

• Conduct regular vulnerability assessments to identify and remediate security weaknesses.
• Collaborate with IT teams to prioritize and address identified vulnerabilities promptly.
• Establish and maintain a robust patch management process to ensure timely application of security updates and patches.
• Test and validate patches before deployment to minimize disruption.

3. Security Management

• Configure and manage security settings for operating systems, databases, and applications.
• Work closely with system administrators and application developers to ensure secure configurations are maintained.
• Enforce compliance with security policies, standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Conduct regular audits to assess compliance levels and address any deviations.
• Conduct periodic security assessments and audits to ensure adherence to security policies and regulatory standards, such as GDPR, HIPAA, PCI DSS, and ISO 27001.
• Collaborate with the incident response team to develop and implement security incident response plans.
• Monitor security event logs and alerts generated by various security systems, such as SIEM (Security Information and Event Management) platforms

4. User Training & Education

• Develop and deliver security awareness training for staff to enhance their understanding of security best practices.
• Provide guidance and security-related inquiries

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s Degree (S1) in Information Technology, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field is required.
• 2-3 years of relevant experience in IT Security Area
• Experience with Infrastructure Security Hardening (with focus on Operating Systems)
• Proven experience in information security, including risk assessment, incident response, and security operations
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Windows Server Operating System (Windows 2016 +) or UNIX/Linux (SLES, RedHat, Ubuntu) - preferably both
• Familiarity with security frameworks and standards (e.g., CIS Critical Security Controls, NIST)
• Proficiency in using security tools and technologies, such as SIEM platforms, IDS/IPS, endpoint security solutions, and vulnerability management tools.

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