KGS-DN-Vulnerability Management-Consultant

This role is responsible to improve the security of the firm’s environment through the implementation of effective security monitoring and incident response processes.​

Senior Associate The Vulnerability Senior Associate is responsible for the execution and continuous reduction of vulnerabilities identified by the Digital Security Group and for working with the appropriate teams to develop and monitor projects related to protecting the firm. The individual will be responsible for ensuring proper escalation, and communication processes are followed. 

• ​Review reports on vulnerability issues and determine owners and remediation
• Execute processes for coordinating and tracking remediation activities
• Suggest and implement processes to improve outcomes as operations mature
• Assist in documenting services and processes to be performed by VR team as well as remediation plan owners and cross functional remediation champions
• Research and collaborate with cross functional teams in the development of risk mitigating approaches in order to drive timely responses and improve operations
• Stay abreast of current cyber security and technology news and trends.

 

Skills

 

• Experience working with cross functional teams, operations, and projects preferably within a professional services firm or similar environment
• Experience in security monitoring, security operations, and/or vulnerability remediation activities
• Knowledge of security monitoring tools, such as Qualys, reporting and workflow tools, such as ServiceNow and Qlikview
• Hands on network and systems administration skills with Linux and Windows, Active Directory competence, networking, storage and programming knowledge
• KQL/Splunk and Cloud experience preferred
• Understanding of network and system intrusion and detection methods.  Examples of related technologies include Splunk, Sentinel, Next Generation Endpoint Protection Platforms (EPP), Security information and event management (SIEM)
• Strong verbal/written communication, with ability to effectively interact with individuals at all levels of responsibility and authority

 

Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Work Experience