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IT Security & Risk Engineer - hybrid 2 days per week
Simple Software Solutions GroupPittsburgh, United StatescontractVerifiedPosted 23 May 2025
About the role
IT Security & Risk Engineer - hybrid 2 days per weekDuration: 6 months w/ possibility of extension
Contract Designation: 2 days/week onsite in New York City, Pittsburgh, PA or Lake Mary, FL
IT Security & Risk Engineer to lead, coordinate, and drive risk, audit, and vulnerability management initiatives under network services for our financial services client.
Position Overview:
- Review, develop, administer, and implement risk policies and procedures specific to network services.
- Identify, track, and manage all risk, audit, and vulnerability items, ensuring timely remediation and closure.
- Analyze and detect prospective risks and vulnerabilities within computer systems and networks.
- Work closely with business and technical stakeholders to comprehend business operations and integrate risk management effectively.
- Lead networking teams in addressing and resolving risks, providing strategic guidance and motivation.
- Prepare and deliver clear, concise risk reports and communication to leadership and audit teams.
- Develop strategies to mitigate internal and external risks impacting network services.
- Work under pressure to meet tight deadlines while maintaining a high quality of risk management and reporting. Skillset:
- Strong analytical capabilities to identify risk trends and vulnerabilities
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Thorough understanding of computer systems, network infrastructure, and cybersecurity frameworks
- In-depth knowledge of business environments and operational risk impacts
- Leadership and team motivation skills to drive risk remediation activities
- Strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities
- Ability to work under pressure and meet aggressive deadlines
- Experience with risk management tools and reporting platforms
- Familiarity with regulatory and compliance standards (e.g., SOX, SOC, ISO, NIST)
- Interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate across technical and non-technical teams
- Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience working in financial services or highly regulated industries
- Risk certifications such as CRISC, CISM, CISSP, or equivalent
- Familiarity with audit management and vulnerability scanning tools
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