Cybersecurity Specialist

We are seeking a highly skilled Cybersecurity Specialist for a reputable organization on a 5-month temporary contract. The ideal candidate will be responsible for conducting comprehensive security assessments, identifying vulnerabilities, coordinating remediation efforts, and ensuring compliance with security policies. The ideal candidate possesses strong expertise in incident response, risk management, and business continuity planning, with excellent analytical and communication skills to effectively safeguard the organization’s information systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct periodic security assessments and propose technical improvements
• Monitor and enforce security policies and controls
• Coordinate with internal teams for timely vulnerability remediation
• Support business continuity and disaster recovery planning
• Ensure timely application of security patches and updates
• Participate in cyber incident response and follow-up

Qualifications, Experience & Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or related field
• 5+ years of experience in cybersecurity or information security roles
• Familiarity with vulnerability management, threat detection, and response
• Knowledge of industry standards such as ISO 27001, NIST, etc.
• Strong analytical and communication skills
• Relevant certifications (e.g., CEH, CISSP, CompTIA Security+) are a plus

Benefits

• Competitive full-package salary