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McLean, VA Description We are looking for an individual with demonstrated expertise in Enterprise Information Security. This is an opportunity to grow and lead an Information Security team for a large-scale, cloud computing operation. Cvent is a Level 1 PCI Compliant Service Provider. Candidates can expect a hands-on role that will evolve quickly into a senior Technology management position based on company growth and professional interest. In addition to securing the company's information assets, this position is expected to provide leadership and strategic direction for the company's management of information security risks.
Position Duties:
Manage the company's portfolio of information security systems
Monitor and report on network, system and application logs for security events
Evolve the company's information security infrastructure
Grow information security team
Investigate and resolve security incidents
Perform vulnerability assessments and routine audits; oversee remediation efforts
Provide security training and education to employees, customers and prospects
Define corporate information security strategy; Plan and budget for enterprise security
Champion information security awareness across enterprise
Manage information security risk
Candidate Requirements:
The ideal candidate will have extensive knowledge of information security principles, understanding of networks, operating systems, web applications and techniques used by attackers. A thirst for knowledge and the desire to stay abreast of new developments in the dynamic security space is a must
We are hiring candidates based on demonstrated knowledge more than years of experience; however, the ideal candidate is likely to have a minimum of 7 years of relevant information security practice. Candidates with less than 7 years of relevant experience, but who can demonstrate both information security depth and sound management fundamentals, are encouraged to apply.
Proven experience growing teams and leveraging technology to scale employee productivity is an asset
Prior experience with relevant security standards and best practices such as PCI DSS, ISO/IEC 27000-series, and SAS 70
Relevant, industry recognized security certification such as CISSP or CISM
Absolute trustworthiness with high standards of personal integrity; willingness to undergo vetting and personality assessment
Understanding of relevant concepts, services and protocols, including but not limited to TCP/IP, DNS, SMTP, HTTP
Experience with vulnerability assessment tools such as nessus, nmap, metasploit, paros, burp
Understanding malware such as worms, virii, trojans
BS in Management Information Systems or equivalent; Master's preferred
Excellent problem solving and analytical skills; outstanding oral and written communication skills
Self-motivation and the ability to work under minimal supervision are a must
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