Cyber Security Specialist

PAM Transport is looking to add a Cyber Security Specialist to our team!

This is a full time position that offers:

• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• 401k Match Program
• Paid Time Off
• $65k-95k/year pay range
• Monday-Friday 8am-5pm with an hour lunch
• Direct Deposit

In the role you will operate independently and as part of a team to ensure our software, hardware, and related components are protected from cyber attacks.

MAIN TASK & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop unique, effective security strategies for software systems, networks, and hardware
• Research best ways to secure company-wide IT infrastructure
• Build, configure, and maintain firewalls to protect network infrastructures
• QA software and hardware for security vulnerabilities and risks
• Monitor software for external intrusions, attacks, and hacks
• Work with 3rd parties to periodically perform Network Heath Assessments and Penetration Testing
• Identify cyber attackers; report to upper management, and legal forces if necessary
• Work independently or as part of a team as needed
• Develop Cybersecurity Policies and Procedures; provide user awareness training with simulated phishing attacks

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, cybersecurity or STEM subject preferred
• Completion of an internship/apprenticeship in cybersecurity a plus
• Strong IT skills including knowledge on hardware, software, networks, and data centers
• Thorough work ethic, attention to detail
• Skills of perception and QA, ability to identify vulnerabilities and overall issues
• Critical thinking skills, problem solving aptitude
• Forensic approach to challenges
• Ability to think like a hacker and anticipate hacker moves
• Desire to self-educate on the ever-changing landscape of cyber hacking tactics
• Cisco Certified Security Professional (CCSP), CompTIA Security+, or related security certifications a plus

The company will provide reasonable accommodations to employees who require them to perform the essential functions of their job to the extent it does not impose an undue hardship or create a risk of harm to the employee or others.

PAM Transport is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.