Cyber Security Specialist - Endpoint Security

Job Description:
We are seeking a skilled Cyber Security Specialist with expertise in Endpoint Security, Antivirus (McAfee), Trellix, and Threat Prevention to join our cybersecurity team. The ideal candidate will play a critical role in ensuring the security and integrity of our organization's endpoints and data against cyber threats.

Responsibilities:
Implement and manage Endpoint Security solutions to protect endpoints (devices and systems) across the organization from cyber threats, malware, and unauthorized access.
Configure, deploy, and maintain Antivirus software (McAfee, or similar) across endpoints to detect and mitigate malware, viruses, and other malicious activities.
Monitor security events and alerts from Endpoint Security tools, Trellix (or similar SIEM), and Threat Prevention systems to detect and respond to security incidents promptly.
Conduct regular security assessments, vulnerability scans, and penetration testing on endpoints to identify and remediate security gaps and vulnerabilities.
Collaborate with IT teams to ensure proper endpoint configurations, patch management, and compliance with security policies, standards, and regulations (such as GDPR, HIPAA, etc.).
Investigate security incidents, conduct root cause analysis, and develop incident response plans to mitigate risks and prevent future incidents.
Develop and maintain security documentation, policies, procedures, and training materials related to Endpoint Security best practices and cybersecurity awareness.
Stay updated with emerging cyber threats, security trends, industry standards, and best practices to recommend and implement proactive security measures.

Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field. Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CEH, or CompTIA Security+ are a plus.
Proven experience in Cyber Security with a focus on Endpoint Security, Antivirus solutions (McAfee preferred), and Threat Prevention technologies.
Strong technical knowledge of endpoint security controls, firewall management, intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDPS), and data loss prevention (DLP) tools.
Experience with Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) systems such as Trellix (formerly ArcSight), Splunk, or QRadar for security monitoring and analysis.
Familiarity with security standards and frameworks such as NIST, ISO/IEC 27001, CIS Controls, and GDPR/HIPAA regulations.
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
Experience with scripting languages (Python, PowerShell) for security automation and incident response workflows is a plus.