Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

• Analyze and identify security control gaps, enhancing the organization's overall security posture.
• Provide expert advice on application and infrastructure threats, and guide vulnerability remediation efforts.
• Prioritize and address vulnerabilities, ensuring false positives are minimized.
• Lead security discussions in design and architectural reviews.
• Document findings and recommendations, assisting development teams with patch creation and vulnerability remediation.
• Enhance security controls across various compute environments, including private/public cloud and SaaS platforms.
• Drive automation in securing environments across multiple technology platforms.
• Serve as the interface between local business units and global security teams.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Strong analytical skills with cross-functional knowledge of multiple security platforms and infrastructure disciplines.
• Expertise in infrastructure security, including Active Directory, Azure AD, Cloud IaaS/PaaS, and network implementations.
• Deep knowledge of application security vulnerabilities and the OWASP framework.
• Experience with security tools such as SIEM, EDR, IAM, and PAM.
• Proficiency in security penetration within Microsoft environments (On-Premises and Cloud).
• Skilled in the Microsoft Security Stack (Defender, Sentinel, Endpoint Management).
• Proficiency in scripting with PowerShell and APIs (Python, C++, KQL is a plus).
• Experience in penetration testing and controlled security event simulations.
• Ability to clearly articulate technical vulnerabilities and risks to non-technical stakeholders.
• Familiarity with security frameworks like NIST and IEC 62443.
• Strong investigation and postmortem analysis skills.
• Solid project management capabilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong problem-solving abilities.

Competencies:

• Stay on the forefront of new technology breakthroughs and trends.
• Innovate and develop effective security solutions.
• Work collaboratively in a global, matrixed organization.
• Maintain high standards of organization and attention to detail.
• Balance business needs with technical solutions.
• Manage time effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Adapt to change and work well under pressure.

Accountabilities:

• Manage tasks effectively and maintain positive inter-departmental relationships.
• Ensure compliance with governance requirements (e.g., SOX, King IV).
• Provide third-level support for incidents and problems in designated areas of expertise.
• Offer infrastructure and application architecture guidance to align with business strategies.
• Oversee financial and roadmap planning within the technology budget.

Why Join? This role offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment where you can make a significant impact on the security of digital assets. You will be part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and excellence.

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