Job Title: Certification Engineer

Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled Certification Engineer with strong experience in information security certifications. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of hands-on experience managing and executing security certifications, including ISO and SOC 2. This role requires a critical thinker with excellent communication skills who can effectively translate complex security requirements into actionable tasks for technical teams.

ResponsibilitiesManage the end-to-end process for obtaining security certifications, including planning, internal audits, and preparing teams for third-party external audits.Drive the third-party audit process and collaborate with teams to handle any necessary remediation activities.Develop controls and test procedures for new security certification requirements.Conduct risk assessments to identify risks and determine appropriate mitigation controls.Build and execute internal audit plans with defined test controls.Stay up-to-date with current certification standards, including ISO and SOC 2.Understand and address security requirements in cloud business models like Software-as-a-Service.Ensure comprehensive security coverage for applications and infrastructure, including web applications, containers, virtual machines, and network devices.Essential SkillsBachelor's degree in an information technology discipline.Minimum of 5+ years of hands-on experience with information security certifications (ISO, SOC 2).In-depth understanding of certification requirements and standards.Prior experience in managing and executing security certifications.Knowledge of security technologies such as network security appliances, identity and access management systems, anti-malware solutions, file integrity monitoring systems, and security scanning tools.Strong knowledge and hands-on experience with industry processes and regulations (ISO, NIST, CSA).Additional Skills & QualificationsExcellent written and verbal communication skills.Strong interpersonal and collaborative skills.Ability to communicate security and risk-related concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.Ability to convert stakeholder requests into actionable technical tasks.Critical thinking and strong problem-solving skills.Ability to multitask, prioritize, and work well under pressure.Adaptability to changing environments and situations.Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.Experience in managing projects and collaborating with teams across different time zones.Work Environment

You will be working with cutting-edge technologies in a dynamic and fast-paced environment. The role involves collaboration with cross-functional teams, and you will have the opportunity to make significant contributions to the security and compliance posture of our organization. Flexibility in working hours may be required to coordinate with teams in different time zones.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $50.00 - $55.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully remote position.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 17, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

Hiring diverse talent Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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