Location: Danbury,CT, USA
$100,000 to $120,000 + Full Benefits + Paid RelocationPosition Summary:The Information Security Analyst is a pivotal, hands-on role. This position is dedicated to ensuring the integrity and security of all data across both on-premises and cloud-based applications. As an on-premises role, the analyst will be actively engaged in resolving technical issues from inception to resolution. A strong technical/infrastructure background is required. This is not a remote or hybrid position. We require onsite presence Monday to Thursday. Fridays are currently remote.Implement and maintain the Center for Internet Security (CIS) Controls framework to maintain robust security protocols and procedures.Implement and manage security measures for information systems to prevent breaches, detect vulnerabilities, and manage risk.Conduct regular system audits to ensure compliance with security standards.Proficiency in AI and its application in data security and protection strategies.Collaborate with IT teams to integrate security practices into the development lifecycle.Provide training and guidance to IT staff on cybersecurity best practices.Stay abreast of the latest cybersecurity trends and technologies.Assist with updating and reviewing SSP (System Security Plan).Develop controls such as firewalls, data leakage protection systems, patching, encryption, vulnerability scanning, and remediation.Evaluate, categorize, and remediate security events and vulnerabilities before they become incidents.Identify security gaps through ongoing monitoring of information security controls and propose enhancements.Participate in cybersecurity projects to ensure timely delivery and compliance with information protection requirements.Maintain relationship with Managed Security Services Provider.Own vulnerability management, including categorizing, evaluating risk, and implementing remediation steps.Patch management for servers and endpoints.On-call rotation for emergency events due to outages, cyber events, etc.This is a hands-on, technical role that requires a robust background in infrastructure technologies to assess and deploy solutions.Education and Experience Qualifications: BA/BS degree in information technology, compliance, information management, infrastructure, or information security, with a minimum of 5 to 7 years of work experience.Analytical skills developed from training in Cybersecurity, Information Systems, Computer Science, helpdesk/infrastructure, or similar discipline.Experience managing Rapid7.Experience managing NextGen AV systems.Hands-on experience running AI models.Experience with information security frameworks such as CIS Framework, NIST, etc., including implementing and auditing security measures.Working knowledge of network switches, routers, firewalls, VPN, DLP, antivirus, antimalware, IDS/IPS, SIEM, SMTP, email security, Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, DHCP, and VLANs.Knowledge of security best practices such as encryption, hashing, vulnerability scans, event log monitoring, intrusion detection and prevention, eDiscovery, and content filtering.Ability to oversee, resolve, and enhance the vulnerability management program.Ability to propose and implement solutions for closing identified vulnerabilities.Knowledge of cloud security (AWS, Google Cloud Platform, or Azure).Prior experience managing EDR solutions.Prior experience with SIEM, configuration management, hardening, and vulnerability scanning.Experience with identity access management systems (IAM).Previous experience in a HIPAA and FDA regulated environment preferred.#J-18808-Ljbffr