IT Security Risk Cover Letter

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the IT security risk position.

In my previous role, I was responsible for technical leadership in the field of data security and compliance, specifically the ability to determine the least business impactful way of implementing security tools and features.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Industry certified understanding of cybersecurity
• Experience in Governance, Risk & Compliance
• Experience in IT Risk and Security technologies, Data Analytics, and Reporting
• Performing gap analyses within different environments coupled with an in depth understanding of regulatory guidelines standards and best practices related to ISO and NIST
• Graduate student or equivalent in IT engineering, IT Auditing, Computer Science, Communication technology, IT Digital innovation & management, Cand.merc.aud or Business Administration and Information Systems
• MSA preferred
• User Access Management experience with related tools and technology experience
• Can absorb complex technical information and communicate effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences

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

Previously, I was responsible for direction for the physical protection of information systems assets and responds in a timely manner to the misuse or loss of information assets.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• High-levels of proficiency in MS Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word)
• Detailed knowledge of information system architecture, infrastructure, and security controls
• Experience with project management, project economics, and project tracking
• Experience executing projects within industries such as Healthcare, Financial Services, and Manufacturing
• Experience in strategic Cyber Security initiatives
• Experience in tactical Cyber practices
• Knowledge of TCP/IP and other network administration protocols, including their vulnerabilities and solutions
• Core knowledge of IT regulatory and compliance requirements (FFIEC, SWIFT CSP/SIP, NYSDFS)

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the IT security risk position.

Previously, I was responsible for leadership in the area of data security risk management at all levels in the data lifecycle; understanding best-practices, technical controls, and the ability to communicate across business, technical, and executive teams.

I reviewed the requirements of the job opening and I believe my candidacy is an excellent fit for this position. Some of the key requirements that I have extensive experience with include:

• Has a broad understanding of information technology
• Has a good overall knowledge of specific areas of information systems practice and applications
• Understands information systems auditing practices, and acknowledges the need to maintain a practical and pragmatic approach to standards compliance
• Demonstrated knowledge of current MS Office products (especially Excel, Word & PowerPoint)
• Excellent proficiency with the English language (written and verbal)
• Working knowledge of digital forensics concepts
• Strong knowledge in either Microsoft Windows (client/server), or Linux/UNIX platforms
• Strong knowledge of open source technologies with an emphasis on those used in application development

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

In the previous role, I was responsible for direction for IT audit team members regarding data sampling in support of audit engagements with an expert understanding of data models and databases with the ability to generate complex SQL scripts.

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

• Profound IS security technology knowledge combined with basic understanding of the overall context of business processes and the IS technologies impact
• Understanding of IS operational processes and best practices
• Certificate(s) such as CISSP, CRISC, CISA, CISM, ITIL, CGEIT or comparable would be an asset
• Demonstrates understanding of financial industry legal, regulatory and compliance requirements for information security
• Excellent hands on experience in MS Office (Word, Excel, Access, Power Point)
• Excellent critical thinking / problem solving abilities and detailed analytical skills
• Experience leading teams of 5+ staff
• Experience executing & leading multiple projects at the same time

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

In the previous role, I was responsible for mentorship and guidance to other detection analysts, to help them develop in their ability to recognize, triage, and intake security incidents.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• Prior experience managing large scale strategic project initiatives
• Strategic thinking/problem solving – understands the details but able to draw out insights and communicate the impact on strategy
• Demonstrated inquiry and advocacy skills
• Proven coaching/mentoring abilities
• Strong working knowledge of Security best practices, capabilities and principles
• Certifications in Process and Security specialization areas
• Proven record of high performance in problem solving & collaborating
• A broad understanding of Information Security and Risk Management