Cybersecurity Risk Management Specialist: 24-02950

$104,000 - $135,200/Yr

Akraya - Mountain View, CA

Full-time - Mid Level

Remote - Mountain View, CA

Administrative and Support Services

About the position

The Cybersecurity Risk Management Specialist will be responsible for implementing and enhancing the organization's risk management program. This role requires a strong foundation in information security and the ability to operate independently in security and risk management roles. The ideal candidate will possess a detailed and flexible mindset to effectively manage and mitigate risks, ensuring accurate reporting and stakeholder engagement.

Responsibilities

• Perform repetitive yet detail-oriented tasks with varying specifics.
• Simplify moderately complex situations into fundamental parts for better understanding and management.
• Interact professionally across diverse cultural and national backgrounds.
• Understand and apply fundamental risk management concepts effectively.
• Produce accurate and timely reports on risk management activities.

Requirements

• Solid foundation in information security principles.
• Over 2 years of experience in roles requiring independent operation in risk management.
• Professional certification in security and risk management (e.g., Sec+, SSCP) or a degree in a related field.
• Significant experience (~2+ years) in information security, especially in roles involving stakeholder management and operations delivery.
• Technical program management experience involving information security, privacy, or compliance.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with scripting languages such as SQL, JavaScript, or Python.

Benefits

• Competitive pay range of $50 - $65 per hour.
• Remote work flexibility (100% remote).
• Opportunity to work with an award-winning IT staffing firm.