Key skills
CommunicationPenetration TestingNetwork SecurityCloud Security
About this role
Role : Cybersecurity Specialist
Duration: 6 months+
Location: Must be based in Buffalo, NY, 1-2 days from the office
Hybrid - Buffalo NY (Local candidates/resources are preferred)
Key Responsibilities:
- Design, implement, and monitor security controls across the environment, ensuring compliance with financial industry regulations and security frameworks.
- Partner closely with IT, risk, and business teams to embed security best practices across the organization.
Experience & Responsibilities:
- Monitor, detect, and respond to security incidents and threats across networks, endpoints, and cloud environments.
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing; coordinate remediation efforts with IT teams.
- Maintain and enhance security policies, standards, and procedures aligned with regulatory requirements (e.g., PCI-DSS, GLBA, SOX, FFIEC).
- Administer and optimize security tools, including SIEM, IDS/IPS, DLP, endpoint protection, and identity & access management solutions.
- Support audit and compliance activities by preparing documentation and evidence for internal and external assessments.
- Evaluate and manage third-party vendor security risks in line with the organization s risk appetite.
- Deliver security awareness training and provide guidance to employees at all levels.
Qualifications:
- Proficiency in security frameworks such as NIST CSF, ISO 27001, and CIS Controls.
- Hands-on experience with SIEM platforms and incident response processes.
- Strong understanding of network security, cloud security, and identity & access management.
- Excellent analytical, communication, and documentation skills.
- Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CompTIA Security+, CEH, or equivalent.
- Familiarity with regulatory standards including PCI-DSS, GLBA, SOX, and FFIEC.