Overview:
The Cybersecurity Analyst plays a critical role in safeguarding the organizations digital assets and ensuring the integrity confidentiality and availability of data. They are responsible for implementing security measures conducting regular security assessments and responding to security incidents to protect the organization from cyber threats.
Key Responsibilities:
- Monitor and analyze security events to identify potential threats and vulnerabilities.
- Implement and maintain security measures to protect the organizations computer systems and networks.
- Conduct regular security assessments and penetration testing to identify and address security weaknesses.
- Develop and maintain incident response plans and procedures to address and mitigate security incidents.
- Respond to and investigate security incidents including conducting forensic analysis and reporting findings.
- Configure and manage security tools such as SIEM IDS/IPS and endpoint protection systems.
- Collaborate with crossfunctional teams to ensure compliance with security policies and procedures.
- Stay updated on the latest cybersecurity threats technologies and best practices.
- Assist in developing and delivering cybersecurity awareness training and education programs.
- Participate in the planning and implementation of security controls and risk management strategies.
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelors degree in Information Security Computer Science or a related field.
- Professional certifications such as CISSP CISM or CompTIA Security.
- 2 years of experience in cybersecurity analysis and incident response.
- Strong knowledge of network security principles and technologies.
- Experience with security information and event management (SIEM) tools.
- Proficiency in conducting vulnerability assessments and managing vulnerabilities.
- Understanding of regulatory compliance requirements such as GDPR HIPAA or PCI DSS.
- Excellent analytical and problemsolving skills.
- Ability to communicate complex technical issues to nontechnical stakeholders.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to work effectively in a fastpaced environment.
- Experience with scripting and programming languages such as Python Perl or PowerShell is a plus.
- Knowledge of cloud security best practices and tools is desirable.
- Experience in security operations or threat hunting is an advantage.
- Ability to obtain security clearance may be required for certain positions.
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