Hi, We are in need of Information Security Consultant for a position in San Francisco. CA. Following are the requirement details: KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND WORK EXPERIENCE Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university in Information Systems, Computer Science or other related field is required. An advanced degree is highly desirable. Eight years of varied professional information technology experience is required that includes significant experience in program analysis, development and testing; a high level of understanding of contemporary hardware and software and network architectures; four (5) years in substantively responsible management positions; experience in the areas of computer, information and network security assessment, administration and management that includes security concepts in information or physical security, and strategic and tactical planning. Security certifications such as CISSP/CISM/CISA and GIAC desirable. Extensive knowledge in the following areas: Demonstrated experience in information technology security, including performing assessments, developing policies, monitoring compliance, and maintaining best practices. Extensive systems administration experience in Unix (AIX, Solaris and Linux); Meta-frame, firewall multi-layer design and implementation, router access list / packet filtering (CISCO), WANs, LANs, Internet, Intranets and network protocols (i.e., telnet, ftp, ssh, sftp, scp, etc.), encryption software, enterprise security management tools, security assessment software, intrusion detection systems Virtual Private Network (VPN), RSA SecurID and information security practices. Knowledge and understanding of web operating environment including apache web servers, HTTPS protocol, Java environment, and web applications security. Understanding of multiple operating systems, directory structures and databases, how they relate to each other and the associated security implications, with special emphasis on PeopleSoft and Oracle. Knowledge and understanding of network topologies, firewall, protocols, network access, data and voice transmission, remote access, and vulnerability scanning. Familiar with and ability to apply time-proven, generally accepted security methods, concepts and techniques. Knowledge of monitoring and surveillance techniques in order to measure the security functions and identify violations. Excellent written and verbal communications skills. Demonstrated ability to work in project team environments Please forward your resume to ravig@zedventures.com or reach me at 408 916 4942. Thank you, Ravi.