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IBM Security Consultant- Cloud and Infrastructure in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Introduction
Information and Data are some of the most important organizational assets in today's businesses. As a Managing Cybersecurity Consultant you will be a key advisor for IBM's clients, analyzing business requirements
to design and implement the best security solutions for their needs. You will apply your technical skills
to find the balance between enabling and securing the client's organization with the cognitive
solutions that are making IBM the fastest growing enterprise security business in the world.
Your Role and Responsibilities
We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Security Consultant to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for providing expert guidance and implementing security strategies for our clients. You will work closely with clients to assess their security needs, design robust security architectures, and ensure compliance with industry standards. Your role is crucial in protecting our clients' critical information and IT infrastructure.
Key Responsibilities:
Conduct security assessments, vulnerability testing, and risk analyses for client systems.
Develop and implement comprehensive security policies, procedures, and strategies tailored to client needs.
Design and deploy security solutions, including firewalls, encryption, intrusion detection systems, and more.
Provide expert advice on security best practices and emerging threats to help clients stay ahead of potential risks.
Collaborate with clients' IT teams to ensure seamless integration of security measures.
Conduct security training and awareness programs for client staff.
Stay up-to-date with the latest security trends, technologies, and regulatory requirements.
Required Technical and Professional Expertise
In depth knowledge of cyber threat intelligence and well experienced in threat and vulnerability modeling
Research skills with focus on adversary, threat, malware and testing methodologies
Understanding of malware and patch advisory analysis and recommendations
Understanding of vulnerability scanning and penetration testing methodologies
Risk management and reporting (experience with SIEM is a plus)
Able to provide consultancy on risks and second order impacts associated with specific threat intelligence including malware, actors, attack vectors, vulnerabilities, and exploits
Able to conduct/lead oral status/technical interchange meetings with technical, management and legal teams.
Able to translate technical details into concise and easy to understand written form
Strong communication, presentation, and documentation skills
IT forensics investigations and /or incident response experience
Compliance, regulatory and audit experien
Preferred Technical and Professional Expertise
6 years of Threat Intelligence experience (ex-military or law enforcement is a plus)
Versatile to collaborate across multiple SoC functions, including IR, PT, FOR and RE
Analytical and detail oriented - individuals must have passion and initiative
Strong written and verbal communication skills, good listening, and presentation skills
Independent-thinker and self-starter, who still can work well within team environment
Follow-up and attention to detail with great customer service skills
Good deductive reasoning skills, creative thinker
SANS GCIH , GCTI (preferable)
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