Cybersecurity Specialist
right hire itDetroit, MI
Cybersecurity Specialist
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Cybersecurity Specialist
Responsibilities:
- Perform an overall review of internal/external security operations, tools, policies & processes
- Conduct annual security risk assessments for all clients, establishing a standardized process and system for documentation and follow-up actions
- Create/maintain dedicated client records containing annual service risk assessment documentation
- Develop and formalize templates for Office 365, PCI, and HIPAA compliance to support ongoing client management
- Align organizational security approaches with NIST, DoD, and CISA standards; leverage available DoD reports to identify and document vulnerabilities and gaps
- Partner with internal teams and third-party vendors to remediate security vulnerabilities and maintain compliance baselines
- Evaluate existing monitoring and vulnerability management processes, recommending improvements and new tools as needed
- Standardize documentation, templates, and knowledge base content for consistent operational execution
- Oversee & advise on security configuration across Windows, Office 365, macOS, Hyper-V, VM-hosted, and remote access environments
- Assist with implementing, monitoring, and maintaining security technologies including Fortigate firewalls, VIPRE EDR/MDR, Connect
- Secure, and FortiCloud dashboards
- Communicate assessment findings and remediation recommendations effectively to clients and internal stakeholders
- Serve as the MSP's subject matter expert and resource for client-facing cybersecurity strategy
- Perform other duties as needed
Experience:
5–7 years of progressive cybersecurity experience, preferably within an MSP, healthcare, or compliance-driven environment Strong familiarity with NIST framework, PCI DSS, HIPAA, and CISA baselines Proven experience designing and implementing risk assessment processes and compliance documentation Practical knowledge of Windows Server, Office 365, macOS, networking, VPN, EDR, Hyper-V, and VM-hosted infrastructure Experience collaborating with third-party vendors on vulnerability remediation, tool selection etc. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong documentation discipline Entrepreneurial mindset, comfortable operating independently, defining processes, and driving projects forward Familiarity with monitoring and management tools (e.g., ConnectWise, Automate, FortiCloud, VIPRE EDR/MDR)CISSP certification (or equivalent qualification) – Highly Preferred Mid-Level Job Type: Direct Hire Job Location: Metro Detroit Hybrid This job is no longer accepting applications. Back to listings
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JOB OVERVIEW
Experience level
Senior
Location
Detroit, MI
Occupation
Information Security Analysts
Industry
Computer Systems Design Services
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