Information Technology Security Specialist

Job Title: IT Security - Vulnerability Management

Location: Dallas - Onsite

Contract Length: Long-term contract (Full-time, 40 hours/week/overtime)

Work Hours: Monday – Friday, core business hours

Contract Type: W2 (US Citizens and Green Card Holders only; not able to consider 1099 or visa candidates)

CornerStone Technology Talent Solutions is seeking an experienced IT Security Contractor to join our banking client’s security team. This position focuses on patching and vulnerability management within the IT department to maintain the organization’s security posture. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing vulnerabilities, conducting risk assessments, and ensuring timely remediation of security gaps across the bank’s IT environment.

Experience with Qualys is highly preferred but not required. The role requires someone with a strong background in vulnerability management, ideally with 4-8 years of experience in IT security, and a solid understanding of security protocols in the financial sector.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct vulnerability scanning, analysis, and remediation across the organization’s servers, networks, applications, and cloud services.
• Utilize Qualys or similar tools to automate vulnerability detection, patch management, and remediation tracking.
• Collaborate with IT Security and Operations teams to prioritize vulnerabilities based on their risk to the organization’s security posture.
• Prepare detailed vulnerability reports and present actionable recommendations to the CISO and other technical teams.
• Implement and enhance security best practices in line with regulatory compliance frameworks like PCI-DSS, SOX, and GLBA
• Stay up-to-date with evolving threats, vulnerabilities, and industry trends, applying them to improve the bank’s defenses.
• Develop and optimize policies and procedures for vulnerability management and automate patching processes where possible.
• Provide mentorship and technical guidance to junior security team members and IT staff.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• 4-8 years of experience in IT security and vulnerability management within a corporate or financial services environment.
• Hands-on experience with vulnerability management tools like Qualys (preferred), Tenable, or Rapid7.
• Strong understanding of patching processes, vulnerability prioritization, and remediation workflows.
• Familiarity with banking/finance industry standards and regulatory requirements (e.g., PCI-DSS, SOX, GLBA
• Knowledge of security frameworks such as NISTISO 27001, and CIS benchmarks.
• Experience with IT infrastructure (networking, operating systems, cloud platforms like AWS and Azure, and web applications).
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret vulnerability scan results and provide actionable remediation plans.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain technical issues to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience working in the banking/financial services industry.
• Familiarity with Qualys VMDR (Vulnerability Management, Detection, and Response).
• Knowledge of automation for patching and vulnerability management.
• Relevant security certifications like CISSPCEH, or Qualys Certified Specialist

Compensation:

• Market-competitive hourly rates based on experience and qualifications .
• On W2 with CornerStone Technology Talent Servies

To apply - email your resume to TTS@CornerStoneStaffing.com TODAY !!!!!!!!!!!!!!