Cybersecurity Specialist Job at Phoenix Staff Inc in Chandler

Title: Cybersecurity Specialist
Location: Chandler, AZ; Hybrid (3 days in-office)
Type: Contract

We are seeking an experienced Cybersecurity Specialist to join our client’s Security Operations team. In this pivotal role, you will lead the design, implementation, and ongoing protection of global information systems. You will safeguard systems from unauthorized access, data breaches, and potential losses, working collaboratively with senior leadership and mentoring junior analysts to strengthen overall security posture.

Your role:

• Lead initiatives to detect, respond to, and neutralize complex cyber threats.
• Proactively identify and remediate weaknesses across networks, cloud platforms, and third-party systems.
• Provide leadership with guidance on security risks and ensure compliance with regulatory standards such as GDPR, ISO27001, and PCI DSS.
• Enhance organizational security processes by aligning them with recognized standards and frameworks.
• Oversee log analysis from critical systems to identify and act on potential threats.
• Manage the detection, containment, recovery, and forensic investigation of security incidents.
• Secure hybrid and multi-cloud environments while ensuring compliance and operational security.
• Work closely with IT, legal, and compliance teams to embed security best practices across the organization.
• Train junior analysts and drive security awareness initiatives throughout the organization.
• Stay updated on the latest cyber threats and advocate for the adoption of cutting-edge security tools and techniques.

What you’ve got:

Essential:

• Minimum of 5 years of cybersecurity experience with a focus on SOC operations, threat intelligence, and incident management.
• Expertise in frameworks such as MITRE ATT&CK and advanced adversary defense strategies.
• Strong skills in networking, digital forensics, cloud security, and IT risk management.
• Proven ability to manage compliance requirements, including GDPR, PCI DSS, and CUI.
• Proficient in managing managed service providers and coordinating multi-stakeholder projects.

Preferred Skills:

• Certifications such as CISSP, CCSP, or Incident Response credentials.
• Experience with Operational Technology (OT) cybersecurity.
• Technical background in infrastructure support or security engineering.

Technical Competencies:

• Incident response, threat hunting, and digital forensics.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Azure services (Sentinel, Defender, Entra ID).
• Expertise in vulnerability management platforms and attack surface reduction.

Key Attributes:

• Strong problem-solving, organizational, and critical-thinking skills.
• Excellent communication skills to address risks in diverse, global environments.
• Ability to work under pressure with flexible hours, including on-call rotations.
• Collaborative mindset with the ability to work independently and in teams.

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