Security Information Specialist Cover Letter

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

In my previous role, I was responsible for application security expertise to the Threat Risk Assessment process and other Information Security (IS) internal customers.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Acts as a lead expert resource in technology controls / information security for project teams, the business / organization and/or outside vendors
• Writes, edits, and manages a wide variety of IT Security documentation
• Interviews subject matter experts and uses originality to develop, edit, and/or revise a wide variety of documentation related to security
• Has basic knowledge of organization, technology controls / security/ risk issues
• Reviews, analyzes, and provides answers as needed to represent the Company security posture to requests in support of security efforts and other response needs
• IT or Information Security Governance, Risk, and Compliance
• Experience in an information security role in a financial services organization preferred
• Experience in the oversight and execution of a continuous monitoring/improvement program (to include but not limited to self-inspections, security control assessments, training)

In response to your job posting for security information specialist, I am including this letter and my resume for your review.

In my previous role, I was responsible for information Security expertise and guidance to business group leaders and IT owners to evaluate and articulate application security requirements; identify potential security risk factors and business impact.

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

• Knowledge and experience in the systems administration of Windows, Linux/Unix and well as network devices such as firewalls, routers, switches, severs and Hardware Security Modules
• In-depth working knowledge and experience in web security systems and tools an absolute minimum requirement
• Knowledge of working experience with PKI-based and other authentication systems and tools
• Knowledge and experience operating in a DevOps or similar highly automated environment is highly desirable
• Experience working on an Agile environment preferred
• Global Information Assurance Certification (GIAC) or related certification, preferred
• Additional tasks could include executing and producing customer and information security reports to share with the team
• Risk based decision maker

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

In the previous role, I was responsible for recommendation to project teams, application owners, and other Information Security teams on information security controls pertaining to Identity and Access Management.

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

• Expertise with Open Source Security Testing Methodology Manual (OSSTMM), Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), and National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Special Publications
• Demonstrable knowledge of IT network features and functions, including virtual networking, principles and common practice in network security and the OSI and TCP/IP models, and the function and features of the main network appliances
• Demonstrable experience of defining and adapting security processes and controls to respond to both current and emerging threats and new attack techniques, hazards and vulnerabilities relevant to the network and business environment
• Knowledge of applicable laws such as data protection, computer misuse act and copyright law
• Confident at managing relationships and communicating at all levels
• Demonstrable working knowledge in the following technologies
• CISSP qualification preferred
• Conduct third party security assessments of new vendors and suppliers involved in the digital supply chain

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

Previously, I was responsible for direction and expertise in the following areas: information security, IT compliance, risk management and the application of internal controls.

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

• CISA, CIA or CISSP certification
• Issue remediation
• Finance regulation
• Control environment management
• Good Knowledge on IT Audit and Information Security assessment methodologies
• Sound Knowledge about regulatory compliance drivers such as SSAE16
• Exposure to Database and reporting tool is an added advantage
• Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) or Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) certification is an asset

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

In my previous role, I was responsible for security governance advice and risk mitigation support to the information security team ensuring controls and processes are in place to maintain secure and compliant.

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

• Technical writing of Installation/Deployment Procedures and requirements documentation
• Fluency in oral and written English language communication
• Implementation/support of ArcSight and/or Splunk
• Knowledge and experience in midrange technologies
• Experience with IT user administration and related industry best practices
• Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, Access and Visio
• Understanding of privacy, regulatory and compliance requirements
• Experience with common industry RBAC and Identity Management systems would be an asset