Email Security Specialist - Ireland - Reperio Human Capital

    reperio human capital background
    Full time
    Description
    My client in Dublin City Centre is looking for a contract Email Security Specialis for an upcoming project - this role will involve 6-9 months of work initially with the scope for additional work afterwards in other areas of the Security programme

    Role:


    • Monitor and analyze email traffic for security threats, including phishing attacks, malware, and spam.
    • Implement and maintain email security controls to mitigate risks and ensure compliance with industry standards.
    • Respond promptly to email security incidents, conducting investigations, and implementing remediation measures as necessary.
    • Collaborate with internal teams to develop and enforce email security policies and procedures.
    • Stay on top of emerging email security threats and technologies, providing recommendations for continuous improvement.
    • Conduct regular security assessments and audits of email systems to identify vulnerabilities and areas for improvement.
    • Serve as a subject matter expert on email security matters, providing guidance and training to staff as needed

    Requirements:

    • Proven experience in email security, including handson experience with email security technologies such as email gateways, spam filters, and email encryption solutions.
    • Strong understanding of email protocols (SMTP, POP3, IMAP) and email authentication mechanisms (SPF, DKIM, DMARC).
    • Familiarity with email security standards and regulations (e.g., HIPAA, GDPR, ISO
    • Experience with security incident response procedures and tools.
    • Able to effectively communicate technical information to nontechnical stakeholders.
    • Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CEH, or GIAC are a plus. Reperio Human Capital acts as an Employment Agency and an Employment Business