Responsibilities
Client Security Solution Implementation
- Lead the end-to-end implementation of security projects for clients, including system design, deployment, configuration, and integration of security solutions (e.g., firewalls, IDS/IPS, endpoint protection, VPNs, etc.).
- Customize security solutions to meet specific client requirements, ensuring they align with industry best practices and compliance standards.
- Provide hands-on expertise and technical leadership throughout the project lifecycle, from planning and design to deployment and post-implementation support.
Project Management & Client Communication
- Manage client-facing security projects, ensuring projects are completed on time, within scope, and on budget.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, building and maintaining strong relationships while ensuring their security needs are met.
- Communicate clearly with clients about project timelines, progress, risks, and recommendations.
Security Risk Assessments & Audits
- Conduct security assessments for clients, including vulnerability scanning, risk assessments, and gap analysis to identify security weaknesses and areas for improvement.
- Prepare detailed reports and deliver findings to clients, offering actionable recommendations for security enhancements.
Security Policy and Compliance Guidance
- Assist clients with security frameworks and regulatory compliance audits, ensuring solutions meet necessary requirements.
Incident Response & Troubleshooting
- Provide incident response services to clients in the event of a security breach or other cyber incident, assisting with containment, root cause analysis, and remediation efforts.
- Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to security solutions, providing ongoing support and guidance to clients post-deployment.
Continuous Improvement & Optimization
- Stay updated on emerging security threats and trends, ensuring client solutions remain resilient against evolving risks.
- Recommend enhancements to clients' security infrastructures and processes, continuously improving their overall security posture.
- Implement regular security testing and monitoring for clients to ensure ongoing protection.
Documentation & Reporting
- Develop comprehensive documentation for all security implementations, including architecture diagrams, configurations, and detailed project reports.
- Provide clients with clear, actionable reports summarizing project deliverables, security improvements, and ongoing maintenance requirements.
Requirements
- Degree in Computer Science or Information technology or equivalent.
- 5+ years of experience in IT security, with a focus on implementing security solutions for clients or in a consulting role.
- Proven track record of leading and delivering successful security projects, from initial planning to final implementation.
- Experience working directly with clients to define security requirements, provide technical advice, and deliver tailored security solutions.
- Strong experience with a variety of security technologies, including firewalls, VPNs, SIEM, endpoint protection, encryption, IDS/IPS, and cloud security.
- Solid knowledge of networking protocols (e.g., TCP/IP, DNS, HTTP/HTTPS) and system security concepts.
- Hands-on experience with security tools such as vulnerability scanners, SIEM systems, firewalls, and endpoint protection platforms.
- Familiarity with cloud security frameworks and practices, particularly for AWS, Azure.
- Scripting and automation skills (e.g., Python, PowerShell, Bash) are a plus for customizing solutions and automating tasks.