The Cybersecurity Analyst will be responsible for monitoring, analyzing, responding to, and reporting security incidents/threats/alerts to the IT security team and the IT team when necessary. This role involves working closely with IT and other departments to ensure the security of our systems and data.
Key Responsibilities
- Continuously monitor security alerts and logs from various sources (e.g., firewalls, intrusion detection systems, SIEM tools)
- Identify and investigate potential security incidents
- Respond to security incidents, including containment, eradication, and recovery
- Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence
- Analyze and assess potential threats and vulnerabilities in the network and systems
- Stay updated on the latest cybersecurity threats and trends
- Maintain detailed and accurate documentation of security incidents, procedures, and policies
- Prepare reports for management on security status and incidents
- Provides rotational 24/7 after-hours support as needed
- Ability to travel as needed within the US
- Participation in penetration tests and security audits
- Other duties as assigned
Job Requirements
- A 2 or 4 year degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. (Preferred but not required)
- Excellent verbal and written communications skills are essential
- Ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships at all levels, both internally and externally (executives, management, colleagues, clients, vendors, and agencies
- At least 1 – 2 years of experience in System and Network Administration
- Strong understanding of security principles, techniques, and technologies
- Familiarity with security tools such as firewalls, IDS/IPS, SIEM, and antivirus software
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
- Strong communication and teamwork abilities
- Relevant security certifications (Security+, CISSP, CCSP, CCNA, CNA Security, CEH, CISCM)
Physical Requirements
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, talk or hear
- The employee frequently is required to walk, sit, use hands and reach with hands and arms
- The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
- Corrected vision in normal range