Strategic Planning and Advisory:
- Develop and refine the organization s cybersecurity strategy, ensuring alignment with overall business goals.
- Provide expert guidance on implementing industry-standard security program frameworks such as NIST CSF, ISO 27001, and CIS Controls.
- Identify emerging threats and recommend proactive technical measures to mitigate risks.
- Design and enablement of cyber controls functions and processes based on CMMC / NIST 800-171, NIST 800-53
Risk Management:
- Familiarity with risk management frameworks like NIST RMF, ISO 27005, and FAIR.
- Conduct comprehensive cybersecurity risk assessments, identifying vulnerabilities and recommending remediation strategies.
- Develop and maintain a robust risk management program to address both IT and operational risks.
- Implement technical solutions to manage and monitor risk effectively, including vulnerability management tools.
Technical Oversight
- Design and validate secure network architectures, focusing on principles such as Zero Trust and least privilege.
- Evaluate and implement advanced security technologies, including EDR, SIEM, DLP, and intrusion detection/prevention systems.
- Provide hands-on technical assessments of infrastructure, applications, and cloud environments to ensure security compliance.
- Oversee penetration testing activities and ensure identified vulnerabilities are remediated.
Policy and Governance
- Lead the development and enforcement of cybersecurity policies, standards, and procedures.
- Establish metrics and reporting mechanisms to measure the effectiveness of cybersecurity initiatives.
- Support incident response planning and governance, ensuring technical readiness for potential breaches.
Cloud and Emerging Technologies
- Provide technical guidance on securing multi-cloud environments, including AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud.
- Evaluate and implement cloud-native security tools, such as CSPM, CIEM, and workload protection platforms.
- Advise on emerging technologies like AI and ML, focusing on their application in threat detection and response.
Incident Response and Threat Intelligence
- Develop and oversee technical aspects of the incident response plan, ensuring readiness for real-world threats.
- Leverage threat intelligence platforms to proactively identify and address potential vulnerabilities.
- Coordinate with SOC teams to fine-tune detection rules and improve response times.