Cybersecurity Specialist

November 8

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CDC Foundation

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public health • public-private partnerships • epidemiology • disease control and prevention

51 - 200 employees

Founded 1995

🤝 Non-profit

⚕️ Healthcare Insurance

🌍 Social Impact

Description

• The CDC Foundation helps the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) save and improve lives. • The Cybersecurity Specialist will play a crucial role in advancing the CDC Foundation's mission by safeguarding digital assets, data, and systems. • Working within the Guam Department of Public Health & Social Services, the Cybersecurity Specialist will identify, assess, and mitigate security risks. • Security audits, penetration testing, and vulnerability assessments to identify weaknesses in the organization's infrastructure and applications will be performed. • Develop and enforce security policies and procedures, educate employees on best security practices, and respond to security incidents. • Implement best practices regarding cybersecurity threats and continuously improve the organization's security posture.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information technology, cybersecurity, or a related field. Advanced degree or professional certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM, CEH) is preferred. • Minimum 5 years of experience in cybersecurity roles, with specific experience in risk assessment, incident response, and policy development. • Knowledge of cybersecurity principles, technologies, and best practices, including network security, encryption, identity and access management, and security monitoring. • Knowledge and familiarity with relevant regulatory requirements and frameworks, such as HIPAA, GDPR, NIST Cybersecurity Framework, and ISO 27001. • Strong analytical skills and attention to detail, with the ability to assess complex security issues and develop effective solutions. • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with partners at all levels of the organization. • Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment, while also functioning as part of a multidisciplinary team. • Ability to convey technical concepts to non-technical partners effectively. • Outstanding interpersonal and teamwork skills; collegial; energetic; and able to develop productive relationships with colleagues, partners, and partners. • Flexibility to adapt to evolving project requirements and priorities. • Demonstrated ability to work well independently and within teams. • Experience working in a virtual environment with remote partners and teams. • Proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Benefits

• plus benefits • Individual salary offers will be based on experience and qualifications unique to each candidate. • Grant funded, limited-term opportunity • Position End Date: June 30, 2025