Information Security Advisor Cover Letter

Please consider me for the information security advisor opportunity. I am including my resume that lists my qualifications and experience.

Previously, I was responsible for support to ensure company processes remain in compliance with security control frameworks, and applicable data privacy regulations.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Active TS/SCI with Polygraph Clearance to start
• Industry certification in related areas of specialty CISSP, CISA, ITIL, ISO17799 -etc
• Experience working in a large financial institution preferred
• Understanding of Regulatory requirements GLBA, PCI-DSS, FFIEC
• At minimum, have a good solid IT base and IT Security background and knowledge, and be willing to learn Splunk
• Familiarity with PCI DSS requirements and NIST standards
• Although financial services experience is preferred, other industry experience will be considered as appropriate
• Strong technical background in an IT discipline preferred

I am excited to be applying for the position of information security advisor. Please accept this letter and the attached resume as my interest in this position.

In my previous role, I was responsible for a single point of contact to the customer, be a member of the account management and delivery teams for all operational security related activities for the customer account.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• BS in computer science, information security, information technology or high school diploma/GED with equivalent experience
• Personal integrity and high ethical behavior at all times to inspire confidence in clients, peers, partners and employees
• Knowledge of different infrastructure platforms, development lifecycles, networks, operating systems, sub-systems, and third-party controls to mitigate an evolving threat landscape using adaptable, diverse, layered security controls
• Experience navigating complex business environments spanning multiple data centers and applications
• Contract writing experience
• Expertise in legal matters related to cybersecurity and privacy
• Experience with formal legal and contract language
• Strong, hands-on operations background, comprehensive understanding of information security

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the information security advisor position.

In my previous role, I was responsible for consultation, and training to staff on security architecture, risk mitigation tactics, frameworks, patterns, software coding, and Internet/intranet technologies with a heavy emphasis on cloud security technologies, implementations, and support strategies.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• Basic-level proficiency in MS Active Directory (AD), Azure AD
• CISSP, CISA, CISM, CRISC or similar certification are preferred
• Advanced knowledge of Information Security Discipline
• Previous knowledge of Information Security practices, frameworks
• Knowledge of Information Security Governance and Compliance frameworks
• Knowledge of various industry standards and frameworks including ISO/IEC 27000 series, ISF, NIST Special Publications, Risk Management methodologies, and security evaluations methodologies
• Knowledge of security regulations, Sarbanes-Oxley Act, PCI-DSS standard
• Effective interpersonal skills, comfortable managing communications with different types of audiences

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the information security advisor position.

Previously, I was responsible for information security requirements advice and counsel to project teams and the Business ensuring alignment to IS processes and standards.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Identifying information security risks in complex systems involving a variety of technologies such as multi-tiered architecture, databases, directory services, application servers, network infrastructure, and end-user devices
• Reviewing, assessing, negotiating, and administering information technology vendor contracts for hardware, software, and professional services
• Evaluating the trustworthiness and resilience of suppliers, products, and/or services and implementing supply chain risk management
• Acquiring and managing the necessary resources, including leadership support, financial resources, and key personnel, to support information security goals and objectives and reduce overall organizational risk
• Knowledge of applicable laws (e.g., Electronic Communications Privacy Act, Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act, Protect America Act, search and seizure laws, civil liberties), statutes (e.g., in Titles 10, 18, 32, 50 in U.S. Code), Presidential Directives, and administrative/criminal legal guidelines and procedures relevant to work performed
• Experience identifying information security risks in complex systems involving a variety of technologies such as multi-tiered architecture, databases, directory services, application servers, network infrastructure, and end-user devices
• Experience advising stakeholders at all levels in an organization on information security related risks
• Excellent written/oral communication skills, user liaison skills and personal interaction abilities

Please consider me for the information security advisor opportunity. I am including my resume that lists my qualifications and experience.

Previously, I was responsible for network intrusion detection expertise to support timely and effective decision making of when to declare an incident in conjunction with MSSP.

My experience is an excellent fit for the list of requirements in this job:

• Knowledge of identity life cycle
• Strong knowledge of information security policies and standards
• Strong technical knowledge of Operating systems and platforms, Windows Active Directory, UNIX-flavor systems and/or LDAP
• Good knowledge of OpenSSO
• Proficient MS Excel and/or MS Access skills to prepare dashboard/statistics/reports
• Able to provide leadership to junior team members
• Experience with technical audit experience
• MCSA or MCSE designation