Temporary IT Security Associate

Job description

Business Title:

Temporary IT Security Associate

Requisition Number:

47969 - 83

Function:

Business Support Services

Area of Interest:

Information Technology

State:

TX

City:

Dallas

Description:

Known for being a great place to work and build a career, KPMG provides audit, tax and advisory services for organizations in today’s most important industries. Our growth is driven by delivering real results for our clients. It’s also enabled by our culture, which encourages individual development, embraces an inclusive environment, rewards innovative excellence and supports our communities. With qualities like those, it’s no wonder we’re consistently ranked among the best companies to work for by Fortune Magazine, Consulting Magazine, Working Mother Magazine, Diversity Inc. and others. If you’re as passionate about your future as we are, join our team.

KPMG is currently seeking a Temporary Associate, IT Security to join our Digital Nexus technology organization for a six-month assignment.

Responsibilities:

·  Support the security team by carrying out day-to-day operational tasks utilizing specialized applications, tools and platforms
·  Monitor for threats and vulnerabilities through a combination of automated and manual processes and respond accordingly, as a continuous feedback loop, incorporate learnings into additional preventive and detective controls
·  Perform cross-functional activities such as data collection, analysis, development of custom reports and slide decks, as well as process improvement
·  Create and maintain system documentation for security tools and procedures, develop and maintain operational checklists, perform system health checks, create test cases for new tools
·  Perform functional tests of new security tools, provide test results and feedback to internal teams and vendors
·  Stay abreast of the latest information security controls, practices, techniques and capabilities in the marketplace, as well as evolving threats

Qualifications:

·  Minimum of one year of experience in IT Security – Data Loss Prevention
·  Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college/university or equivalent work experience
·  Prior experience in IT Security – Data Loss Prevention preferred
·  Understanding of IT security concepts, including networking and related technologies with hands on experience performing related activities (e.g. intern; college lab experience)
·  Strong verbal/written communication, problem solving, organizational and independent judgment skills to support an environment driven by customer service and team work; ability to build productive relationships with peers
·  U.S. Citizenship is required

KPMG LLP (the U.S. member firm of KPMG International) offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package. KPMG is an affirmative action-equal opportunity employer. KPMG complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws regarding recruitment and hiring. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. Theattached link contains further information regarding the firm's compliance with federal, state and local recruitment and hiring laws. No phone calls or agencies please.

GL:

6

GF:

15310