Job description As a Data Security Engineer at K2G, you will be at the forefront of our efforts to ensure the security and protection of our customer and business data. Reporting directly to the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO), you will be responsible for the successful execution of the security policies and procedures designed to safeguard our information assets.
Key ResponsibilitiesHands On: Implement security tools on company servers and workstations
Security Policy Execution: Implement, manage, and enforce security policies and procedures as outlined by the CISO.
Security Assessment & Monitoring: Regularly conduct security assessments of our IT infrastructure to identify vulnerabilities and ensure that all systems are protected from potential threats
Incident Management: Respond to and manage security breaches and incidents. Coordinate with the relevant departments to minimize impact and conduct post-incident analysis to prevent future occurrences.
Data Protection: Ensure data is protected during transfer, storage, and processing. This includes encryption, access controls, and other best practices to safeguard sensitive information.
Collaboration: Work closely with other departments, including IT, development, and operations, to ensure the secure design and implementation of applications, databases, and systems.
Training & Awareness: Foster a culture of security awareness within the organization by conducting regular trining sessions and workshops.
Stay Updated: Continuously update knowledge of the latest security threats, technologies, and industry best practices. This includes attending relevant conferences, workshops, and training sessions.
Compliance & Auditing: Assist in ensuring that the company meets all industry regulations and standards related to data security. Participate in periodic internal and external security audits.
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field.
Advanced degrees or certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM, CEH) are a plus.
A minimum of 2 experience in a similar role, preferably in the InsureTech or FinTech sectors.
Strong understanding of cybersecurity frameworks and standards (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001, PCI-DSS).
Proficiency in using various security tools and software for monitoring, assessment, and protection.
Knowledge of cloud security best practices, especially specific cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, or GCP.
Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills.
Working proficiency in English
Candidate must have the knowledge and experience in the following directions:
Google Workspace, including user and device management, logging and auditing. Candidate should know best security practices using Google Workspace.Google Cloud, including Google Cloud Security and IAM management, Cloud networking(VPN, VPC etc), Compute Engine, Kubernetes Engine, Cloud Run, Cloud SQL and non-service PostgreSQL servers.The self-hosted solution, based on hardware routers (Fortinet, Mikrotik etc) and Linux servers.Third-party services, including Atlassian, Hubspot, and Slack.
Employment Type
Full-time
Send your CV and cover letter to
info@k2g.ai