Senior Cyber Security Specialist

Summary

Join RT², a leading provider of retail management solutions, as a Senior Cyber Security Specialist. You will play a key role in shaping and advancing our cyber defense strategies within a fast-paced SaaS environment. This leadership position involves mentoring team members, leading initiatives across vulnerability management and threat response, and developing security policies. You will leverage your technical expertise to build secure infrastructure, streamline incident response, and drive best practices. The role requires strong analytical and communication skills, and a proactive approach to problem-solving. RT² offers a dynamic work environment with remote and flexible working options, competitive compensation, and comprehensive benefits.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Senior Cyber Security Specialist, Security Engineer, or similar leadership role
• Demonstrated experience mentoring and coaching team members in a cybersecurity function
• Hands-on experience with log analysis, threat hunting, and incident response
• Strong familiarity with vulnerability scanning tools (e.g., CrowdStrike, Defender and Sentinel)
• Solid understanding of Azure Entra and Microsoft Active Directory
• Proficient in configuring and managing antivirus, firewalls, cloud security tools, and endpoint protection platforms
• Solid understanding of identity and access management principles and technologies (SSO, MFA, etc.)
• Knowledge of compliance frameworks: SOC 1/2, PCI/DSS, ISO 27001, NIST
• Strong analytical, communication, and documentation skills with a proactive approach to problem-solving
• Ability to multitask and thrive in a fast-paced, agile environment

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day IT security operations, including endpoint protection, vulnerability assessments, and incident response
• Mentor and support the growth and development of the Cyber Security Specialist on the team
• Drive enhancements to patch management and vulnerability remediation strategies for laptops, servers, and cloud infrastructure
• Partner with internal teams to design, implement, and refine security controls across systems, networks, and applications
• Proactively monitor environments for abnormal activity, threats, and vulnerabilities using advanced SIEM tools and logs analysis
• Conduct regular security audits and risk assessments and translate findings into actionable security roadmaps
• Evaluate and implement new tools and technologies to strengthen RT²’s security framework
• Collaborate on Single Sign-On (SSO) integration and identity access management initiatives
• Ensure adherence to industry compliance standards such as SOC 1/2, PCI-DSS, ISO, CIS, and NIST
• Manage and improve employee security awareness training, including phishing simulations and secure access education
• Build and maintain comprehensive documentation of systems, protocols, and incident reports
• Lead investigations and response plans for any real or suspected security breaches
• Stay ahead of cybersecurity threats by participating in professional development opportunities, attending workshops, and tracking security trends

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced certifications such as CISSP, GIAC (GCIA/GCIH), CEH, or CASP
• Experience with cloud security (AWS, Azure)

Benefits

• Remote, flexible working options
• Competitive compensation
• Generous STI and LTI provisions
• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Paid Annual Leave
• Paid Sick Leave
• 401K