Job Description

Acara Solutions is seeking a talented Sr. Cyber Security Risk Management & Compliance Specialist to join our client on a temp to hire opportunity located in Valencia CA

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND :

• Provides architecture review, oversight and approval on technical designs, applications and infrastructure on key initiatives related to information security.  
• Performs information security architecture and design using formal risk management methodologies. * Provides security recommendations of Operating Systems (e.g. Red hat, Windows, MacOS, Linux and UNIX) and virtualized, cloud and hybrid environments.  
• Establishes security requirements, security architecture, security operations and maintenance procedures.  
• Leads the development of information security standards; conducts system security risk assessments; reviews architecture/platform and identifies integration issues.  
• Delivers strategic direction as well as technical expertise in information security management, infrastructure architecture, and NIST requirements.
• Works directly with IT, Enterprise Risk Management and Compliance team members to support audit and certification requirements from various regulatory agencies.
• Communicates risks and opportunities associated with information assets to key stakeholders in the organization.
• Collaborates with information technology teams and non -IT staff to implement and maintain information security program and roadmap components.

Required Skills / Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree
• 5 yrs minimum experience with Information Security related to infrastructure/network, cloud application and multiplatform environments

Preferred Skills / Qualifications:

• 3+ years of expertise in architecture and design of security standards and procedures development, security education, vulnerability assessments, risk analysis and compliance testing.
• Recognized Information Security Certification(s) are required, such as CISSP, CISM, CISA, CRISC, CCSK, CCSP, ITIL, AWS, AZURE, others.   
• Knowledge of Compliance and Regulations (ISO, NIST, FFIEC, FDIC and PCI -DSS).

Aleron companies (Acara Solutions, Aleron Shared Resources, Broadleaf Results, Lume Strategies, TalentRise, Viaduct, and Aleron's strategic partner, SDI) are Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, sex, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis. The Aleron companies welcome and encourage applications from diverse candidates, including people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for applicants taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

Applicants for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States. This position does not meet the employment requirements for individuals with F -1 OPT STEM work authorization status.

Company Description

Acara understands that finding that rewarding next step along your career path can be challenging. We also understand the legwork that goes into being your career advocate. Our award-winning recruiters focus on the candidate experience, getting to know you and your goals, both long- and short-term. They get to know your skills and your growth trajectory so that they not only can represent you in front of our more than 1,000 customers with opportunities across North America, but also connect you with the best-fit role. After all, optimal workforce experiences come when employees are matched with companies who need—and value—their skills and contributions. That’s why, for over 60 years, we’ve engaged our candidates with a high-touch, consultative approach that affords us a clear vision of ideal career paths, and it’s why we consistently gain the trust of our employees and customers alike. Acara is in the business of scouting talent, evaluating human potential, recognizing commonalities between people and employers, and changing lives in the process. Because in an increasingly commoditized world, we believe some things still deserve a personal touch. Finding the best-fit jobs for you is one of them.