Job Title: Security Specialist
Location: Atlanta, GA, Frisco, TX
Job Type: Contract
Job Description:
Must Have Skills –
Penetration testing and internal bug bounties: 8+ Years
API and microservice architecture.: 8+ Years
security best practices and standards (e.g., OWASP, NIST).Cloud: 5+ Years
SIEM, IDS/IPS, vulnerability scanners: 5 + Years
cloud security: 5+ Years
Optional Skills
:DevSecOps practices and tool
sKnowledge of secure coding practices and code review
.threat modeling and risk assessmen
t
Domain Experience (If any) – Telecom Preferred but not mandato
ry
Relevant certifications (e.g., CISSP, CEH, OSCP) are a pl
us.
We are seeking a skilled and experienced Security Specialist to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of API and microservice architecture, the ability to conduct penetration testing, and perform internal bug bounties. This role requires a proactive individual who can identify and mitigate security risks, ensuring the integrity and security of our syst
ems.Key Responsibilit
ies:• Conduct/Coordinate penetration testing to identify vulnerabilities in our systems and applicati
ons.• Perform/Coordinate internal bug bounties to discover and address security fl
aws.• Understand and implement security measures for API and microservice architect
ure.• Collaborate with development teams to integrate security best practices into the software development lifecy
cle.• Monitor and respond to security incidents and breac
hes.• Develop and maintain security policies, procedures, and documentat
ion.• Conduct security assessments and audits to ensure compliance with industry standards and regulati
ons.Required Skills and Experie
nce:• Proven experience in conducting penetration testing and internal bug bount
ies.• Strong understanding of API and microservice architect
ure.• Knowledge of security best practices and standards (e.g., OWASP, NI
ST).• Experience with security tools and technologies (e.g., SIEM, IDS/IPS, vulnerability scanne
rs).• Familiarity with cloud security (e.g., AWS, Azu
re).• Strong analytical and problem-solving ski
lls.• Excellent communication and collaboration ski
lls.• Relevant certifications (e.g., CISSP, CEH, OSCP) are a p
l
us. Preferred Ski
lls:• Experience with DevSecOps practices and to
ols.• Knowledge of secure coding practices and code rev
iew.• Familiarity with regulatory compliance requireme
nts.• Experience with threat modeling and risk assessm
ent.• Ability to stay updated with the latest security trends and thre
ats.