IT Security Advisor

Our client is looking for a IT Security Advisor on a 11-month contract in Memphis, TN.

Join over 20,000 employees at this global company specializing in technology-enabled claims and risk management solutions. You will be part of a culture that is constantly recognized for progressive, inclusive employment practices, and be part of a bigger movement to simplify complexities in the areas of workers compensation, liability, property, disability, and absence management.
You will work alongside some of the smartest minds in the industry who are excited to share their knowledge and to learn from you.

Contract Duration: 11 Months

Required Skills & Experience

• Proficient in the latest IT and Information Security intelligence including hacker methodologies, vulnerabilities, and exploits to anticipate security shortfalls.
• Experts in basic IT security fundamentals and be able to quickly master a broad range of security tools.
• Bachelor’s degree in management information systems or another related field and be pursuing a master’s degree in business administration or an IT related field.
• 3-5 years’ experience working in a SOC (Sr. Analyst)
• 7 years’ experience using various operating systems
• 7 years’ experience using desktop productivity software
• Networking background (Network Topologies, TCP/IP, OSI Model)
• Access control
• Encryption technologies and algorithms
• SPII and HIPPA data protection
• Security information and Events Management (SIEM) solutions
• Managing networked computers and servers
• Researching security threats and vulnerabilities
• Threat hunting
• Digital forensics
• MFA
• Leadership
• Audit and compliance
• Ability to work independently and solve problems as they arise
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with integrity
• Ability to continuously learn new technologies
• Ability to guide collaboration with team members to achieve goals
• CIA triad expertise
• Information Technology Security frameworks expertise
• Strong written and verbal skills

Desired Skills & Experience

• Experience with Carbon Black Protection or ThreatLocker
• Experience with Microsoft Defender and Microsoft Sentinel or Google Chronicle
• Experiences with Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning
• Researching and advising leadership on emerging security technologies
• Software Procurement
• CIS hardening
• Budgeting
• Knowledge of web proxies, preferably Zscaler ZIA
• IT Security Engineer or IT Helpdesk Supervisor experience.

What You Will Be Doing

• Implement security measures to protect computer systems, network, and data, as well as triaging security alerts and serving as an escalation point for the Global Security Operation teams.
• Detect, monitor, analysis, and resolution of security incidents.
• Administer and train subordinates on various IT security tools and applications.
• Perform analysis of suspected malicious code and other software or programs and provide written or verbal analysis to management.
• Lead IT groups and business units as necessary in troubleshooting compatibility issues between security tools and business or productivity programs.
• Analyze client and customer needs as required and provide clear and concise reports to leadership.
• Work closely with management on assigned projects from inception through implementation ensuring adequate internal communication and user involvement is maintained.
• Assist team members in investigating IT or cyber-security events and developing resolutions.
• Provide feedback and suggestions to management to improve IT Security processes and procedures.
• Work closely with project managers to meet and complete project milestones accurately and on time.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Support the organization's quality program(s).
• Travel as needed.

You will receive the following benefits:

• Medical Insurance - Four medical plans to choose from for you and your family
• Dental & Orthodontia Benefits
• Vision Benefits
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Voluntary Life Insurance, Long-Term & Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• 401(k) including match with pre and post-tax options
• Paid Sick Time Leave
• Legal and Identity Protection Plans
• Pre-tax Commuter Benefit
• 529 College Saver Plan

Motion Recruitment Partners (MRP) is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Veterans/Disability/Women. All applicants must be currently authorized to work on a full-time basis in the country for which they are applying, and no sponsorship is currently available. Employment is subject to the successful completion of a pre-employment screening. Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process as required under MRP’s Employment Accommodation policy. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.