IT Security Specialist

at  Meissner

WHO IS MEISSNER?

The goal at Meissner is to be more than simply good; it is to be extraordinary. Extraordinary performance comes from extraordinary people.
Meissner as a group is passionate about helping our clients manufacture lifesaving and life enhancing drugs, therapies, and vaccines. We develop, manufacture, supply and service advanced microfiltration products and single-use systems worldwide.
We know that when you are passionate about what you do, it’s more than just a job.
Meissner is focused on the development of the whole individual, and we have programs and tools in place to help us stay at our best mentally and physically. In alignment with our commitment to support the growth and development of the whole individual, Meissner has inaugurated a Learning and Development department to solely focus on cultivating our team. When you grow, we grow.
Summary
Meissner Filtration Products is seeking an IT Security Specialist to join the company’s IT Security team. The position is at the Castlebar, Co.Mayo facility and will report directly to the IT Lead and indirectly to the IT Security Manager.
This position will be the front line of monitoring Meissner environments for suspicious activity. Works with IT administrators and staff to configure and support security tools such as firewalls, anti-virus software, patch management systems, asset management systems, etc. Helps IT implement security policies, application security, access control and corporate data safeguards. Researches security threats and continuously evaluates our posture against their findings.

QUALIFICATIONS, EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required to successfully function in this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• A Bachelor’s in Computer Science, Cyber Security, or a related field.
• Security certifications may be advantageous.
• A strong understanding and knowledge of computer, network, and security fundamentals.
• Good teaching, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Strong analytical, critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Computer Skills: Ability to use basic computer skills is essential including the use of Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point, and Outlook.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Works with IT to create and implement incident response plans.
• Monitors operation of network security solutions and network traffic for suspicious behavior
• Performs log and malware analysis.
• Ensures that the proper security controls are present and functioning.
• Analyzes security requirements and recommends improvements to the configuration of systems.
• Monitors network traffic for suspicious behavior.
• Creates security policies and defends against unauthorized access, modifications, and destruction of data.
• Consults with staff, managers, and executives about security best practices and provides technical advice.

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required to successfully function in this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• A Bachelor’s in Computer Science, Cyber Security, or a related field.
• Security certifications may be advantageous.
• A strong understanding and knowledge of computer, network, and security fundamentals.
• Good teaching, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Strong analytical, critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Computer Skills: Ability to use basic computer skills is essential including the use of Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point, and Outlook