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Mastech Digital ยท 1 month ago

Cyber Security Specialist

Mastech Digital is seeking a Cyber Security Specialist for a contract position with a client in Philadelphia, PA. The role involves leading cybersecurity operations, managing compliance requirements, and overseeing cybersecurity programs while ensuring effective communication and collaboration across teams.

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H1B Sponsor Likelynote
Hiring Manager
Kajal Vatsa
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Responsibilities

Proven record leading cybersecurity operations across various regions
Must be experienced at managing complex compliance requirements and navigating cultural differences to ensure adherence to security standards
Strong command of cybersecurity principles and technologies, translating complex issues into effective business and security strategies
Skilled at managing cybersecurity programs, balancing resources, timelines, and budgets to achieve successful project outcomes
Preferred credentials include CISSP, CISM, or CISA, coupled with expertise in frameworks such as NIST and ISO 27001, CMMC, NIST 800-171, NIST 800-53, FedRAMP, and RMF
Over 15 years within information security, emphasizing risk management, incident response, and threat mitigation
Experienced in managing external vendors and enforcing third-party cybersecurity compliance standards
Excellent written and verbal communication abilities, maintaining professionalism and integrity at all times
Experienced in leading teams across multiple time zones and managing cybersecurity efforts that span diverse cultural environments
Skilled at directing large-scale incident response initiatives, ensuring alignment with legal and regulatory obligations across the U.S., EU, and China
Experienced in creating and implementing cybersecurity programs that emphasize risk reduction and proactive threat detection
Knowledgeable in compliance frameworks such as CMMC/NIST 800-171, NIST 800-53, FedRAMP, DOJ Executive Order 14117, NIST Risk Management Framework (RMF) ISO 27001, GDPR, SOX, and HIPAA to maintain global regulatory consistency
Deep understanding of cloud-based security practices and regulatory requirements for data residency and protection
Familiar with applying AI and automation to strengthen cybersecurity posture while adhering to regional regulatory guidelines

Qualification

CISSPCISMCISANIST complianceISO 27001Risk managementIncident responseCloud securityVendor managementEthicsAutomation in cybersecurityCommunication skillsTeam collaborationProject management

Required

Proven record leading cybersecurity operations across various regions. Must be experienced at managing complex compliance requirements and navigating cultural differences to ensure adherence to security standards
Technical and Strategic Acumen: Strong command of cybersecurity principles and technologies, translating complex issues into effective business and security strategies
Project & Financial Oversight: Skilled at managing cybersecurity programs, balancing resources, timelines, and budgets to achieve successful project outcomes
Extensive Industry Experience: Over 15 years within information security, emphasizing risk management, incident response, and threat mitigation. Well-versed in biotech and pharmaceutical regulations such as HIPAA and FDA
Vendor and Contract Leadership: Experienced in managing external vendors and enforcing third-party cybersecurity compliance standards
Communication & Ethics: Excellent written and verbal communication abilities, maintaining professionalism and integrity at all times
Cross-Border Team Collaboration: Experienced in leading teams across multiple time zones and managing cybersecurity efforts that span diverse cultural environments
Skilled at directing large-scale incident response initiatives, ensuring alignment with legal and regulatory obligations across the U.S., EU, and China

Preferred

Professional Certifications: Preferred credentials include CISSP, CISM, or CISA, coupled with expertise in frameworks such as NIST and ISO 27001, CMMC, NIST 800-171, NIST 800-53, FedRAMP, and RMF
Cybersecurity Program Design: Experienced in creating and implementing cybersecurity programs that emphasize risk reduction and proactive threat detection
Strong Compliance and Framework Expertise: Knowledgeable in compliance frameworks such as CMMC/NIST 800-171, NIST 800-53, FedRAMP, DOJ Executive Order 14117, NIST Risk Management Framework (RMF) ISO 27001, GDPR, SOX, and HIPAA to maintain global regulatory consistency
Cloud and Data Security: Deep understanding of cloud-based security practices and regulatory requirements for data residency and protection
Automation and Artificial Intelligence in Cybersecurity: Familiar with applying AI and automation to strengthen cybersecurity posture while adhering to regional regulatory guidelines

Company

Mastech Digital

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Mastech Digital provides IT associates in digital and mainstream technologies, Digital Transformation Services around Salesforce.com and SAP

H1B Sponsorship

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Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
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2008-09-26IPO

Leadership Team

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Ashok Trivedi
Co-Founder & Co-Chairman
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