Cyber Risk Services Advisor (Remote in Iowa)

Job Overview

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Cyber Risk Services Advisor (Remote in Iowa)

This role is open to a work-at-home, remote, telecommuter setting in Iowa.* This role will require approximately 50% travel in the state of Iowa.

ARE YOU AN IDEAL CANDIDATE? We are looking for enthusiastic candidates who thrive in a collaborative environment, who are driven to deliver results, are customer oriented and naturally empathetic. 

PRIMARY PURPOSE:  To provide system, infrastructure, software, data/records evaluations, and consultative services for public sector entities; to conduct virtual evaluations, inventory, training, and internal control risk assessments; and to provide support for the Pool’s overall risk management function.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs general, hardware, mobile, operating system, encryption, software, and application control reviews for simple to complex computer information systems and peripherals for members.
• Performs information control reviews to include website, network, wireless, communication, records, firewall, anti-virus, and disaster/breach recovery, and system maintenance for members.
• Performs information policy, privacy, security, surveillance, projects, and inventory control reviews for members.
• Conducts virtual system evaluations, assesses system, software, application, and data security controls; recommends security and service plans to control source of risk, loss, and/or costs.
• Consults with and advises underwriting, marketing, agents and claims regarding system evaluation results and trends.
• Provides on-site individual or group training in regard to information technology security with the assistance of higher-level team members or leadership.
• Maintains knowledge of relevant state-of-the-art technology, equipment, and/or systems.
• Provides technical support to Risk Control and Underwriting providing guidance on available resources, legislation and applicable regulations, technology, industry trends and effective methods to reduce risk and improve customer satisfaction.
• Collaborates with team members and/or management in developing IT related risk control policies, procedures, resources, and statistics, and with the Pool in developing articles and newsletters.

ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Travels as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education & Licensing

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university preferred.  Advanced IT related education preferred.  Relevant professional certification such as Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) preferred.

Experience

Eight (8) years of related experience including technology related experience to include at least two (2) years systems auditing or consulting experience, experience managing IT risk including expansion of business projects, experience working in small, medium, and large-scale business environments, and experience in risk assessment, analysis, solutions management, and progress measurement or equivalent combination of education and experience required.

Skills & Knowledge

• Knowledge of current systems and technological developments/trends used by public sector entities including police, fire, detention, emergency management, water, sewer, solid waste, health and human services, and local fairs
• Knowledge of regulations and laws related to IT compliance standards governing aspects of the utilization of computer systems
• Knowledge of phishing campaign platforms
• Ability to obtain inventory from client virtually of hardware, software, applications, and infrastructure
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, including presentation skills
• PC literate, including Microsoft Office products
• Analytical and interpretive skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Ability to create and complete comprehensive, accurate and constructive written reports
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Ability to meet or exceed Performance Competencies

WORK ENVIRONMENT

When applicable and appropriate, consideration will be given to reasonable accommodations.

Mental:  Clear and conceptual thinking ability; excellent judgment, troubleshooting, problem solving, analysis, and discretion; ability to handle work-related stress; ability to handle multiple priorities simultaneously; and ability to meet deadlines

Physical:  Computer keyboarding, travel as required

Auditory/Visual:  Hearing, vision and talking

NOTE:  Credit security clearance, confirmed via a background credit check, is required for this position.

The statements contained in this document are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a colleague assigned to this description.  They are not intended to constitute a comprehensive list of functions, duties, or local variances.  Management retains the discretion to add or to change the duties of the position at any time.

Sedgwick is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace.

If you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, consider applying for it anyway! Sedgwick is building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace and recognizes that each person possesses a unique combination of skills, knowledge, and experience. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.