Sr. Endpoint Security Specialist (Windows & AppLocker)
Are you ready to bring your deep expertise in Windows environments and AppLocker to safeguard enterprise systems? If you thrive in endpoint security governance, excel at driving compliance, and enjoy influencing risk-aware cultures, this opportunity is for you.
Working with one of the top financial clients, this role calls for a Sr. Endpoint Security Specialist (Windows & AppLocker) who will play a critical role in advancing the Endpoint Security Governance program. The successful candidate will provide subject matter expertise in Windows and endpoint security, oversee enterprise-wide controls, and contribute to the development of security governance standards and processes. This individual will also act as a trusted advisor to technology and business teams, ensuring secure design, implementation, and operation of endpoint environments.
Responsibilities:
- Oversee, monitor, and enforce enterprise frameworks, methodologies, and technology controls for endpoint security.
- Provide guidance and consultation to business and technology teams on the design and implementation of security controls.
- Support after-hours security incident response and change monitoring reviews when required.
- Participate in enterprise and cross-functional initiatives, identifying risk and recommending mitigation strategies.
- Review endpoint-related security requests and exceptions to ensure compliance with security standards.
- Develop and evolve endpoint security governance policies, standards, and processes.
- Investigate information security incidents and recommend remediation or prevention mechanisms.
- Draft technical security specifications (TSS) and contribute to process improvements for efficiency and effectiveness.
- Stay current with emerging endpoint security trends, tools, and industry best practices.
- Educate clients and stakeholders to foster a risk-aware culture.
Desired Skill Set:
- Deep subject matter expertise in Windows operating environments.
- Strong understanding of AppLocker: configuration, deployment, and enforcement.
- Advanced technical research, analysis, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to write and enforce technical security specifications and governance documentation.
Nice to Have:
- Experience using Jira for tracking tickets.
- Exposure to large-scale enterprise environments.
- Hands-on experience with change management processes.
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