Information Security Senior Cover Letter

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

In my previous role, I was responsible for consultative services to IT and other departments to review systems and applications for impact on security and privacy practices.

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

• Demonstrated experience with web, cloud and virtual environments, including AWS and GCP
• Understanding of System Development Lifecycle requirements
• Able to conduct meetings, to include embracing current technology and DoD enterprise toolsets
• Knowledge of SharePoint and workflow capabilities
• Certified Authorization Professional (CAP) preferred
• GIAC Security Leadership (GSLC) preferred
• Security+ CE preferred
• Expert knowledge and application of Federal Information Security Management Act (FISMA) and National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) standards

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

In the previous role, I was responsible for guidance to project managers to ensure that the design of new IT systems is aligned with HBC’s IT security directives and applicable security standards (e.g., PCI).

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:

• CISA, CISSP, CRISC certifications preferred
• Demonstrate personal values aligned with our servant leadership tenants
• Deep technical understanding of diverse technologies including networking, operating systems, storage, VPN, and cloud
• Practical knowledge of NIST CSF, ISO27001, and other security standards
• Demonstrated success working with global, cross-functional teams
• Experience securing cloud-based infrastructure platforms such as AWS and Azure
• In depth experience with compliance frameworks & audits such as ISO, FEDRamp, SOX, SSAE-18/SOC, PCI, HIPAA, HITRUST or CSF
• Successful history of working in customer or 3rdparty audits

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

Previously, I was responsible for guidance and best proactive recommendations for IT security policies, procedures, and standards that meet regulatory requirements.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• Experience with healthcare, pharmaceutical, technology, financial services, manufacturing or life sciences companies preferred
• Experience with the NIST Security Program Framework
• Experience with Health information, ePHI
• Experience performing assessments of security controls, identify weaknesses, and track remediation activities in Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms)
• Work with technical teams to mitigate security control deficiencies for assigned IT systems
• Knowledge of information security standards, rules and regulations related to information security and data confidentiality
• University graduated is preferred
• Understand multi-culture environment and work style, is an advantage

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

Previously, I was responsible for compliance with IT system security best practices as well as all applicable US Government, Dept of Justice, and FBI Security Division requirements.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Strong IT technical knowledge
• Track record of being able to work on new projects and initiatives and provide security advice and guidance
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills and able to liaise confidently with a range of internal and external stakeholders at all levels
• Able to organise, plan and prioritise work
• Able to analyse and interpret information, reporting conclusions in formats aligned to the target audience
• British Citizen or holds dual nationality where one is British
• Experience with forensic tools, such as Encase or FTK
• Experience with any scripting language, such as Python

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

In the previous role, I was responsible for security analysis of IT activities to ensure that appropriate security measures are in place and are enforced.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Certified Information System Security Professional or relevant certification
• Hands on experience with CA SiteMinder v12 and IdentityMinder v12
• Detailed knowledge of Security and J2EE standards such as Struts, EJB3, WSDL, JML, Web 2.0 and/or WSRP
• Detailed knowledge of Internet technologies and tools and XML integration, including XML-Schema, XML-RPC, XML-SOAP, and/or Web Services/SOA Solutions
• May manage oversight process, risk-based identification and monitoring of related risks and regulatory compliance across supported functions, while ensuring key controls and processes are effectively managed
• May oversee or lead the facilitation and/or implementation of action / remediation plans to address performance / risk / governance issues
• Grow team expertise to align with enterprise demand and the Bank's direction
• Experience in manual and automation penetration testing tools and techniques