Security Compliance Analyst

About Job

Apkudo’s growth has hit a pivotal point of requiring a dedicated person to take over the more technical aspects of our information security management system and certifications. This role is part of our Apkudo Compliance Team whose mission is to drive a commitment and culture of improvement that ensures we maintain a high level and recognizable standard of compliance, quality and ethics.

If you have proven professional experience, detailed knowledge of information security auditing, and want to make Apkudo more productive and efficient, this is the role and place for you! Apply today!

Skills & Qualification

• Professional experience in information security auditing with a focus on SOC 1 & 2 standards

• Detailed knowledge of ISO 27001 standard, ISO Certification Process Audits, and SOC 1 and 2 standards

• Experience with AWS and Google Workspace

• Strong analytical problem-solving skills and attention to detail

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, as well as strong partnership skills

• Experience with cybersecurity and auditing, preferably with 3-5 years of experience

• Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, IT, or similar field, or 3+ years of IT security or cybersecurity related work experience

Responsibilities

• Manage and enforce Apkudo's SOC 1 & 2 Controls, ensuring that all security practices are compliant with industry standards

• Be the main point of contact and liaison with external SOC auditors, facilitating effective communication and resolution of audit findings

• Perform regular internal audits for SOC and ISO controls, identifying areas for improvement and ensuring that corrective actions are implemented

• Lead the Compliance member of our Information Security Council, driving security awareness and training for key security focuses throughout the organization

• Monitor and resolve alerts and alarms in critical systems, ensuring that potential security threats are identified and mitigated promptly

• Manage security event responses and investigations, providing timely and effective resolution to security incidents

• Coordinate regular penetration testing and drive improvement actions, ensuring that Apkudo's security posture is maintained and improved

• Be the company administrator for password and phishing management systems, ensuring that security policies and procedures are up-to-date and compliant

• Review and update security-related policies and procedures to ensure alignment with industry standards and best practices

• Drive awareness and training of key security focuses throughout the organization, ensuring that all employees are equipped to maintain a high level of security awareness

• Assist and support company stakeholders with questions regarding information security, providing timely and effective guidance and support

• Stay up-to-date with the latest information security management trends and best practices, applying this knowledge to drive security improvements within Apkudo

• Work with Legal to identify and ensure compliance with cryptographic and data encryption regulations

• Participate in ad-hoc projects related to improving Apkudo's security posture, applying a collaborative and flexible approach to drive security improvements