IT Security Specialist

Vistex is a global enterprise software and services company that helps businesses take control of their mission-critical processes. With a multitude of programs covering pricing, trade, royalties and incentives, it can be complicated to see where all the money is flowing, let alone how much difference it makes to the topline and the bottom line. With Vistex, business stakeholders can see the numbers, see what really works, and see what to do next – so they can make sure every dollar spent or earned is really driving growth, and not just additional costs. The world’s leading enterprises across a spectrum of industries rely on Vistex every day to propel their businesses.

The IT Security Specialist reports to the IT Security Manager and is responsible for security incident management operations at Vistex in accordance with Vistex IS policies and standards.

Responsibilities:

• Acts as a representative and contact point for IT Security queries in the Americas region
• Actively monitors and responds to alerts and detections in Vistex’s security toolset including SIEM, endpoint protection, web filtering/DNS protection, and Office 365 alerts
• As part of the IT Security function acts as an escalation point for security incidents and ensures
• Collaborates with IT teams on corporate security services (email, Teams, SharePoint, email filtering etc) to ensure operational security is in line with best practice and undertakes applicable security improvement projects
• Works closely with service providers to ensure effective service delivery of services like SIEM and to address security requirements and issues
• Works flexibly when required by projects and tasks with colleagues from other regions or when required by out-of-hours incidents
• Develops, operates and improves security policies and procedures in line with Vistex information security standards and policies
• Supports the Vistex compliance with ISO27001 and SOC standards through the operation and development of security policies and procedures and assists with external audit processes
• Supports security responses for customer and partner security assessments, questionnaires and queries
• Identifies and stays informed of the latest security trends and issues through various publications and sources

The compensation for this position is $80k - $95k annually. Base pay will vary depending on factors, including but not limited to, a candidate’s location, job-related knowledge, skills and work experience. The compensation package may also include incentive compensation opportunities in the form of discretionary annual bonus. Vistex provides highly competitive benefits including comprehensive healthcare plan, 401(k) and paid time off, including paid volunteerism days!

About us: Vistex solutions help businesses take control of mission critical processes. With a multitude of programs covering pricing, trade, royalties and incentives, it can be complicated to see where all the money is flowing, let alone how much difference it makes to the topline and the bottom line. Vistex solutions are supported by AI capabilities that help turn complexity into insight and action. With Vistex, business stakeholders can see the numbers, see what really works, and see what to do next – so they can make sure every dollar spent or earned is really driving growth, and not just additional costs.

Experience

Required

• 4 year(s): Experience as an IT Security Specialist or similar
• Security certifications such as CompTIA Security+, ISC2 CC, CISA, ISO27001 etc Demonstrable experience with Security frameworks such as ISO27001, SOC 2, NIST, PCI-DSS etc are preferred.
• Understanding of IT and Infrastructure technologies including servers, networks, firewalls, databases and applications.
• Familiarity with security technologies including anti-virus, vulnerability management, SIEM and cloud security
• Familiarity with security concepts including defense-in-depth, least privilege, segregation of duties and threat modelling
• Strong MS Office experience producing quality documentation and analyzing data with MS Excel
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, interpersonal and collaborative skills

Education

Required

• Associates or better in Computer Science or related field

Preferred

• Bachelors or better in Computer Science or related field

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