Security Analyst

Job Title: Security Analyst

Job Location: Tallahassee FL (onsite)

Job Duration: Contract through June possible extension

Job Overview:

• Leading the technical implementation of security projects focusing on system hardening network security and identity management while collaborating with teams to meet law enforcementspecific security standards.
• Handson expertise in firewalls Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS) Intrusion Prevention Systems (IPS) encryption and secure Microsoft configurations along with conducting vulnerability assessments and developing remediation strategies.
• Manage security tools support threat detection and incident response and ensure integration of security platforms.
• Compliance with Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) and state regulations is critical as is working with Governance Risk and Compliance (GRC) teams to ensure adherence and address audit gaps.
• Documentation and training on cybersecurity solutions and processes are required with a focus on CJIS and state regulations; and
• Demands reengineering security processes for efficiency and compliance providing support for cybersecurity issues and staying informed on emerging threats and technologies.

Job Responsibilities:

Project Implementation:

• Lead the technical implementation of security projects focusing on system hardening network security encryption tools vulnerability management security monitoring and identity and access management (IAM) systems within a Microsoft and Azure environment.
• Collaborate with crossfunctional teams to deploy security solutions that meet project requirements with a focus on law enforcementspecific security standards.
• Ensure timely delivery of security projects aligned with the organizations requirements maintaining adherence to scope timeline and budget.

Technical Expertise:

• Provide handson expertise in areas such as firewalls IDS IPS encryption endpoint protection and secure configuration of Microsoft environments.
• Implement secure system architecture and networking solutions particularly within Microsoft Azure.
• Conduct vulnerability assessments and develop remediation strategies ensuring continuous improvement in security posture.

Security Tools and Platforms:

• Configure deploy and manage security tools such as Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) systems Microsoft Azure Security Center and endpoint security solutions tailored for a Microsoft environment; and
• Ensure proper integration of security platforms across IT systems and support threat detection prevention and incident response.

Incident Response:

• Design and maintain incident response procedures specifically tailored to a law enforcement setting.
• Conduct root cause analysis and develop and implement appropriate remediation measures.

Security Compliance:

• Ensure adherence to CJIS State of Florida regulations and other relevant security compliance standards.
• Work closely with GRC teams to ensure the organization remains in compliance with state and federal security regulations; and
• Assist with security audits including CJIS compliance reviews and address any identified gaps to maintain compliance in Microsoft and Azure systems.

Documentation and Training:

• Develop and maintain uptodate documentation of new and existing cybersecurity solutions and processes specific to law enforcement and CJIS requirements; and
• Provide training to IT staff on security protocols and contribute to security awareness initiatives for the organization with a focus on compliance with CJIS and state regulations.

Processes Implementation and Reengineering:

• Experience in designing implementing and optimizing security processes to enhance operational efficiency align with compliance requirements (e.g. CJIS) and mitigate risks across IT and organizational functions.
• Proven ability to reengineer existing security processes to improve system integrity streamline workflows and ensure alignment with evolving technology and regulatory standards particularly within Microsoft and Azure environments.

Collaboration and Support:

• Work with IT operations and development teams to ensure security is integrated into systems and processes.
• Provide troubleshooting and support for cybersecurityrelated issues with an emphasis on Microsoft and Azure environments.
• Stay current on emerging cybersecurity threats and technologies particularly those affecting law enforcement and compliance with CJIS and state cybersecurity standards.

Required Experience:

• Five (5) years or more of server or network administration experience.
• Three (3) years or more of information security administration experience in an enterprise environment with 1000 or more users.
• Two (2) years or more experience managing technical implementations.
• Three (3) years or more of SIEM experience.
• Three (3) years or more of vulnerability management experience.
• Knowledge of security issues techniques and implications across all existing computer platforms.
• Experience maintaining and supporting 3rd party antivirus applications.

Preferred Experience:

• Experience working with IDS/IPS systems.
• Experience using Office 365 Data Loss Prevention (DLP).
• Preparing status reports and providing management briefings.
• Knowledge of IT standards in a criminal justice environment.
• Experience with Microsoft security technologies such as Azure Security Center Microsoft Defender and Active Directory; and
• Familiarity with law enforcement security standards specifically CJIS and other relevant state of Florida regulations.