Certification and Accreditation Specialist

Posted 28 July 2023
SalaryGreat salary
LocationAuckland
Job type Permanent
SpecialisationSecurity
ReferenceBH-1917-1

Job description

Our client is on the search for a Security C&A Specialist (Security Compliance Specialist) to join their Security Certification and Accreditation team. 
This is an intermediate level role. 

About the Role:
As a Security C&A Specialist, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the implementation and maintenance of security audit and compliance projects within our client's organization. If you are someone with a passion for Security Compliance and Audit Management and have a strong understanding of relevant regulations such as NZISM, ISO 27001, and PCI DSS, we encourage you to apply. This challenging yet rewarding position requires an individual with a determined attitude and a drive for continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities:
In this role, you will be responsible for spearheading the delivery and maintenance of security audit and compliance projects. You will influence the importance of information security policies, standards, and industry controls, ensuring the effective implementation of security controls based on best practices such as ISO 27001, PCI DSS, NZISM, and more. Your role will also involve preparing for certification as an IT Security Auditor and managing various aspects of Security Certification and Accreditation Strategy. Additionally, you will support client certification requirements and consultation, conduct product and platform assurance assessments, and handle responses for security certification and assurance.

Requirements: To be successful in this position, you should hold appropriate qualifications in Cyber/Information Security, Information Technology, or a related field. You must have at least 4+ years of experience in a similar role, with a strong understanding of relevant regulations and standards. Effective written and verbal communication skills are essential, along with being an excellent team player. Your ability to analyze, interpret, and communicate information, coupled with strong prioritization and time management skills, will be highly valued. Your commitment to quality, attention to detail, and critical thinking abilities will contribute significantly to your success in this role.

If you are ready to take your Security Compliance and Audit Management expertise to new heights and thrive in a dynamic environment, we encourage you to apply now. Take the next step in your career journey with our client by sending us your application today.
We look forward to connecting with you and discussing this exciting opportunity further.

Kia ora, Comspek and our clients fully support and encourage diverse hiring and inclusive recruitment processes. Don’t meet every single requirement of this job description? That’s ok - You do not need to tick every box or have expertise in the full JD. Comspek is dedicated to building diverse, inclusive and authentic workplaces based on different clients’ needs. So, if you’re excited about this role, we encourage you to apply.