Information Security Specialist - Anchorpoint

Role Summary

As the Information Security Specialist, you will work closely with the CISO and support building and managing security tools, processes, and best practices across the organization. This is a hands-on role that spans multiple areas of cybersecurity, requiring technical expertise, adaptability, and a proactive mindset. You will play a critical role in safeguarding our infrastructure, applications, and data while enabling secure innovation in a fast-paced and innovative environment

Role Responsibilities

• Manage identities, Single Sign-On (SSO), Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA), and user lifecycle in Microsoft Entra.
• Administer role governance and privileged access management.
• Configure and maintain Intune policies for device hardening, software deployment, patching, and web content filtering.
• Manage Microsoft Defender for Endpoint and Office 365 security configurations.
• Implement and maintain labeling and Data Loss Prevention (DLP) policies in Microsoft Purview.
• Manage VPN solutions and secure remote access.
• Oversee vulnerability scanning, prioritization, and remediation processes.
• Integrate scanning tools into the development lifecycle, including Static Application Security Testing (SAST), Dynamic Application Security Testing (DAST), and dependency checks.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to prioritize and resolve security issues.
• Implement Cloud Security Posture Management (CSPM) solutions and monitor cloud environments for security risks.
• Deploy and integrate new security tools such as Web Application Firewalls (WAF), Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Breach and Attack Simulation (BAS), and DAST solutions.
• Develop scripts or workflows to automate security tasks and improve efficiency.

Role Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Computer Science, or related field.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., CISSP, CEH) are a plus.
• Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience in cybersecurity roles.
• Strong experience with AWS and Microsoft Entra or Intune.
• Familiarity with Microsoft security ecosystem (Defender, Purview).
• Knowledge of cloud security practices and tools.
• Experience with scripting or workflow automation tools.
• Critical thinker with strong problem-solving abilities.
• Eager to learn and adapt to new technologies.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, innovative startup environment.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and multitask effectively.