Job Location : Oyster Bay,NY, USA
Location: Oyster Bay, Massapequa, SyossetRoles & Responsibilities-Guard all Town data, particularly sensitive information, from both internal and external threats by designing broad defenses against would-be intrudersTake the lead in day-to-day monitoring for unusual activities, implement defensive protocols, and report incidentsCollaborate with other members of the cybersecurity team to develop new protocols, layers of protection, and other proactive and defensive systems for remaining ahead of cybercriminalsUpdate/Develop/Maintain documentation of security guidelines, procedures, standards, and controlsMaintain knowledge of current cybercrime tacticsCollect data on current security measures for risk analysis, and write systems status reports regularlyMonitor constantly for attacks and run appropriate defensive protocols if a breach occursConduct testing to identify vulnerabilities, and collaborate with cybersecurity team to update defensive protocols when necessaryConfigure antivirus systems, firewalls, data centers, and software updates with a security-first mindsetGrant credentials to authorized users, monitor access-related activities, and check for unregistered information changesHelp lead employee training to prevent phishing and other forms of cyberattackCandidate Minimum QualificationsThree to five years of experience in cybersecurityDeep knowledge of IT, including hardware, software, and networksMeticulous eye for detail and an ability to multitask in a fast-paced environmentStrong abilities in critical thinking, problem-solving, logic, and forensicsBachelor's degree (or equivalent) in information systems, information technology, or related fieldAbility to think like a hacker in order to stay ahead of threatsEducationBachelor's degree (or equivalent) in information systems, information technology, or related field Education: Bachelors Degree