CYBER SECURITY SPECIALIST

Title: Cyber Security Specialist Experience:
10+ Yrs Location: Bridgewater, NJ (Hybrid)
Contract: 6 months extendable
Visa: GC or USC
Rate: $70 per hour
We are seeking a skilled Network Security Engineer with strong cybersecurity experience to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining secure network infrastructure while protecting our organization's data, systems, and networks from cyber threats.
Responsibilities
Plan, implement, manage, monitor, and upgrade security measures to protect the organization's data, systems, and networks Coordinate with vendor technical support for complex issues and develop plans and strategies for system upgrades Assess security advisories and software vulnerabilities and develop mitigation plans
Consult with business teams regarding threat mitigation best practices in technical areas such as Perimeter Security, CASB, Application Security, Core Systems, EDR, Cloud, and SIEM

Implement and manage network security tools including firewalls, VPNs, IPS/IDS, and web proxies
Monitor network traffic and analyze potential security threats Develop and maintain support and user documentation and processes Identify and implement automation opportunities for laborious and/or repetitive processes
Collaborate with other departments to ensure security measures are integrated into all aspects of the organization Prepare detailed reports and presentations on security assessments and findings
Provide guidance and training to team members and other staff on security best practices
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or related field
4-8 years of experience in cybersecurity with hands-on experience in security operations, incident response, and security tools Strong understanding of network protocols, security frameworks, identity and access management (IAM), and system administration Expert level understanding of perimeter security controls, endpoint controls, and cloud environment controls Experience with network infrastructure including switching, routing, VPN technologies, and wireless networks Proficiency in using security tools like SIEM systems, vulnerability scanning tools, EDR, firewalls, antivirus solutions, and DLP Knowledge of operating systems like Windows and UNIX Basic scripting skills in languages such as PowerShell, Bash, or Python Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to tailor to both technical and non-technical audiences Awareness of cybersecurity trends and emerging threats.