IT Security Specialist

We are looking for an experienced IT Security Specialist to join our team in Chicago, Illinois. In this role, you will oversee critical aspects of information security, ensuring compliance with industry standards and safeguarding organizational data. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a strong attention to detail and a background in cybersecurity and governance to make a significant impact.

Responsibilities:

• Manage enterprise user access governance, including conducting regular reviews, assessing risks, and preparing executive reports.
• Administer and enhance the organization's third-party risk management program, ensuring effective vendor tiering and risk scoring methodologies.
• Lead efforts to align organizational controls and oversee remediation plans for identified security gaps.
• Collaborate with finance teams and external auditors to maintain compliance with regulatory standards and ensure evidence readiness.
• Evaluate and improve Microsoft tenant security configurations to strengthen the organization's security posture.
• Coordinate incident response activities, including facilitating tabletop exercises and compiling after-action reports.
• Create and maintain security metrics and dashboards to monitor risk reduction, audit outcomes, and remediation progress.
• Develop, update, and refine enterprise security policies and standards to align with best practices.
• Offer security expertise to cross-functional teams to ensure adherence to established controls.
• Stay informed on emerging cybersecurity threats, industry best practices, and evolving regulatory requirements.