IT Security & Risk Engineer - hybrid 2 days per week

IT Security & Risk Engineer - hybrid 2 days per weekDuration: 6 months w/ possibility of extension
Contract Designation: 2 days/week onsite in New York City, Pittsburgh, PA or Lake Mary, FL

IT Security & Risk Engineer to lead, coordinate, and drive risk, audit, and vulnerability management initiatives under network services for our financial services client.
Position Overview:

• Review, develop, administer, and implement risk policies and procedures specific to network services.
  
• Identify, track, and manage all risk, audit, and vulnerability items, ensuring timely remediation and closure.
  
• Analyze and detect prospective risks and vulnerabilities within computer systems and networks.
  
• Work closely with business and technical stakeholders to comprehend business operations and integrate risk management effectively.
  
• Lead networking teams in addressing and resolving risks, providing strategic guidance and motivation.
  
• Prepare and deliver clear, concise risk reports and communication to leadership and audit teams.
  
• Develop strategies to mitigate internal and external risks impacting network services.
  
• Work under pressure to meet tight deadlines while maintaining a high quality of risk management and reporting. Skillset:
  
• Strong analytical capabilities to identify risk trends and vulnerabilities
  
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  
• Thorough understanding of computer systems, network infrastructure, and cybersecurity frameworks
  
• In-depth knowledge of business environments and operational risk impacts
  
• Leadership and team motivation skills to drive risk remediation activities
  
• Strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities
  
• Ability to work under pressure and meet aggressive deadlines
  
• Experience with risk management tools and reporting platforms
  
• Familiarity with regulatory and compliance standards (e.g., SOX, SOC, ISO, NIST)
  
• Interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate across technical and non-technical teams 
  
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• Preferred Qualifications:
  
• Experience working in financial services or highly regulated industries
  
• Risk certifications such as CRISC, CISM, CISSP, or equivalent
  
• Familiarity with audit management and vulnerability scanning tools