Lead Cybersecurity Consultant

We currently have a career opportunity for a Lead Cybersecurity Consultant to join our team located in Mexico.

Why is Perficient the best option?    

Perficient is a leading global digital consultancy and has a presence around the globe transforming and connecting the most prominent brands with their customers. At Perficient, we seek to grow alongside professionals promoting agile cultures and values as we challenge, champion, and celebrate our people for us to build a great future together.    

Job Summary: 

We are looking for a capable Cyber Security Engineer to perform Vulnerability Assessment and Advanced Penetration Tests to identify risks in our client’s IT infrastructure. The Candidate will analyze the risk assessment and document a mitigation and action plan to lower the risk level and control vulnerable areas. 

The Cyber Security Professional must search, and document security breaches and develop a mitigation plan. They must be able to lead or execute with our clients the plan to ensure the risk is mitigated. The candidate must strive to make sure that any IT asset (information included) will not be compromised and avoid any type of harm to our client (financial, reputation, operation, etc.). 

 

• Execution of cyber security engagements for our clients. 

• Security assessments of software systems 

• Supervision of the execution carried out by third party companies in our projects. 

• Creation of continuous monitoring and support programs to ensure the security information of our clients who request it 

• Support to Perficient Engineering areas through the implementation of safe development practices 

• Evaluation of tools for the cyber security area 

• Preparation of recommendation documents for cyber security tools for clients 

 

• BS degree in Computer Science or related field 

• +5 years of proven work experience in penetration tests (hacking), on premise infrastructure and Cloud, Pen testing. 

• Experience in penetration tests of Web applications, Mobile Apps, and Wi-Fi. 

• Experience working with hacking tools and vulnerability analysis for example: Kali Linux, Acunetix, Netsparker, Burp Suite, Metasploit, Nessus, OpenVAS, etc. 

• Two or more leading Cyber security certifications: CEH, Certified Ethical Hacker, OSCP, Offensive Security Certified Professional, or any other related certification is necessary. 

• Knowledge of regulations such as: ISO, PCI, NIST, OWASP 

• Experience working under Agile Methodologies is a plus 

• Experience with security monitoring tools and security testing tools 

• Problem Solving Skills and ability to work under pressure. 

• Ability to work in a collaborative environment. 

• Experience in Security Incident Management is a plus 

• Must Have at least 2 of these certifications; 

• OSCP Offensive Security Certified Professional, CEH Certified Ethical Hacking V11,  PenTest+, Certified EC-Council Instructor v2, CND Certified Network Defender, eCPPT eLearn Certified Professional Penetration Tester, eWPT eLearn Web Application Penetration Tester, LCSPC Led Cybersecurity Professional Certificate, ECSA EC-Council Certified Security Analyst, CTIA Certified Threat Intelligence Analyst, ECIH v2 Certified Incident Handler, Qualys 4118728 , OSWP Offensive Security Wireless, GPEN GIAC Penetration Tester 

Perficient full-time employees receive complete and competitive benefits. We offer a collaborative work environment, competitive compensation, generous work/life opportunities and an outstanding benefits package that includes paid time off plus holidays. In addition, all colleagues are eligible for a number of rewards and recognition programs including billable bonus opportunities. Encouraging a healthy work/life balance and providing our colleagues great benefits are just part of what makes Perficient a great place to work. 

 

WHO WE ARE

Perficient is a leading global digital consultancy. We imagine, create, engineer, and run digital transformation solutions that help our clients exceed customers’ expectations, outpace competition, and grow their business. With unparalleled strategy, creative, and technology capabilities, our colleagues bring big thinking and innovative ideas, along with a practical approach to help our clients – the world’s largest enterprises and biggest brands succeed.

 

WHAT WE BELIEVE

At Perficient, we promise to challenge, champion, and celebrate our people. You will experience a unique and collaborative culture that values every voice. Join our team, and you’ll become part of something truly special.

 

We believe in developing a workforce that is as diverse and inclusive as the clients we work with. We’re committed to actively listening, learning, and acting to further advance our organization, our communities, and our future leaders… and we’re not done yet.

 

Perficient, Inc. proudly provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a protected veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Perficient, Inc. complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Perficient, Inc. expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or covered veterans. Improper interference with the ability of Perficient, Inc. employees to perform their expected job duties is absolutely not tolerated.

 

Disability Accommodations:

 

Perficient is committed to providing a barrier-free employment process with reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, please contact us.

 

 

Disclaimer:  The above statements are not intended to be a complete statement of job content, rather to act as a guide to the essential functions performed by the employee assigned to this classification.  Management retains the discretion to add or change the duties of the position at any time. 

 

Perficient is always looking for the best and brightest talent and we need you! We’re a quickly growing, global digital consulting leader, and we’re transforming the world’s largest enterprises and biggest brands. You’ll work with the latest technologies, expand your skills, experience work-life balance, and become a part of our global community of talented, diverse, and knowledgeable colleagues.