Job Overview – Cybersecurity Analyst:
Are you passionate about safeguarding digital assets and managing security risks? We are seeking a Cybersecurity Analyst to join our team in a 100% remote capacity. In this role, you will focus on operational and technical tasks within our cybersecurity and security risk management program, playing a vital part in protecting our organization's information systems and ensuring compliance with security standards.
Location: Remote
Compensation: $100,000 – $130,000/year
Schedule: 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday to Friday (Remote)
Responsibilities of the Cybersecurity Analyst:
- Technical Services Oversight and Compliance Monitoring: Manage day-to-day technical services and ensure system and service compliance with information security procedures and policies.
- Security Evaluation and Industry Knowledge: Evaluate new applications, SaaS offerings, and IT purchases for security and compliance; maintain up-to-date IT security industry knowledge.
- Incident Response and Investigation: Participate in cybersecurity incident response; investigate incidents, analyze technical information, and ensure incident ticket progress.
- Awareness Training and Policy Development: Develop cybersecurity awareness training and assist in creating and maintaining security policies and procedures.
- Risk Assessment and SIEM Monitoring: Assess IT risks, recommend security controls, investigate SIEM alerts/events, escalate incidents, and update detection rules.
Required Skills of the Cybersecurity Analyst:
- Information Security Knowledge and Relevant Experience: Extensive knowledge of information security principles and threats with 5+ years in cybersecurity operations, incident response, threat intelligence, threat hunting, or digital forensics.
- Technical Expertise and Risk Assessment: Proficient in Linux and Windows OS, web technologies, networking, cloud environments, and IT security technologies. Skilled in performing risk assessments, impact analysis, and recommending controls.
- Communication and Analytical Skills: Effective at presenting conclusions to diverse audiences, with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Automation & CI/CD and Vendor Assessment: Familiar with automation and CI/CD tools, capable of performing vendor security assessments.
- Awareness Program and Confidentiality: Skilled in developing and executing cybersecurity awareness programs, with a proven ability to handle confidential information discreetly.
Qualifications for the Cybersecurity Analyst:
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in information systems, computer science, or a related field preferred; equivalent experience and education will be considered.
- Experience: 4-6 years’ information security experience, 1-2 years’ networking experience, and 1-2 years’ Windows and/or Linux server administration experience.
- Certifications: Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Security+, or other security certifications preferred. Azure Security Engineer Associate preferred.
- Project Management: 1-2 years of project management experience preferred.
Application Notice: Qualified candidates will be contacted within 2 business days of application. If an applicant does not meet the above criteria, Atlantic Group will keep your resume on file for future opportunities and may contact you for further discussion.