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The DNS & Endpoint Security Advisor is responsible for providing expert technical guidance and implementing robust security controls to protect the organization’s DNS infrastructure and all endpoint devices. This role requires hands-on expertise in DNS protocols, endpoint protection technologies, and security tooling from the company and/or the company. The advisor will work closely with IT and cybersecurity teams to ensure resilience against DNS-based threats and endpoint-level attacks, while continuously enhancing the organization’s overall security posture.
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Key Responsibilities
- Serve as the primary subject matter expert for DNS security and endpoint protection across the organization.
- Design, implement, and maintain security controls to defend against DNS-based threats including hijacking, cache poisoning, tunneling, and DDoS attacks.
- Develop and manage a comprehensive endpoint security framework covering antivirus, anti-malware, host-based intrusion prevention, and EDR capabilities.
- Configure, optimize, and maintain the company and the company security solutions to ensure effective threat prevention and operational stability.
- Conduct routine assessments of DNS infrastructure and endpoint environments to identify vulnerabilities and recommend corrective actions.
- Provide technical guidance, best practices, and advisory support to IT and security teams on DNS and endpoint security architecture.
- Monitor emerging threats, zero-day vulnerabilities, and industry developments related to DNS and endpoint protection.
- Maintain documentation, processes, and reporting aligned with internal governance and compliance requirements.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related technical field, or equivalent hands-on experience.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in a technical cybersecurity role with a focus on DNS and endpoint security.
- Certifications from the company and/or the company (highly desirable).
- Strong understanding of DNS protocols, DNS security architecture, and endpoint protection technologies.
- Experience with complementary security technologies such as firewalls, IDS/IPS, and SIEM platforms.
- Familiarity with scripting languages (e.g., Python, PowerShell) for automation and system hardening.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to respond to complex threats.
- Excellent communication and advisory skills with the ability to guide both technical and non-technical teams.
