Security Analyst

Creative Financial StaffingHoffman Estates, IL, US

30+ days ago

Salary

$75,000.00–$90,000.00 yearly

Job description

IT Security Analyst

CFS Technology has been contacted by a longtime client that has a long term need for a talented IT Security Analyst.

CFS Technology works hard and diligently on your behalf to make certain that your next career move is the best choice you have made.

This is a unique position working alongside a tight knit team. Each day will be different as you work alongside with others and solo to assist your clients in their IT needs.

IT Security Analyst

Responsibilities :

Identify weaknesses and risk within company systems while performing penetration testing
Implement new or upgraded security measure and controls including changes in documentation and / or processes
Work with various teams to develop and deliver security awareness programs and educate employees about security risks
Review logs, investigate security exceptions, and coordinate with internal and external teams, including MSPs, to resolve issues
Work with SIEM solutions like RSA Security Analytics, ArcSight, LogRhythm, QRadar, Splunk, Microsoft Sentinel, or similar
Perform security incident and event management, log analysis, malware investigations, etc
Analyze, triage, and remediate security incidents
Perform periodic risk reviews and audits
Provide strategies for improving system security

IT Security Analyst

Qualifications :

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Systems, or related field

3+ years of experience in security related areas including intrusion detection, incident response, vulnerability management, etc

Knowledgeable of Networking fundamentals (TCP / IP, Network Layers, etc), Malware operations and indicators, and the current threat landscape (threat actors, APT, Cyber-crime, etc)

Knowledgeable of security-related technologies such as IDS, IPS, EDR, IRP, FW, etc)

Basic Knowledge of Audit requirements including PCI, SOX, HIPPA, etc)

Knowledge of network security technologies and devices

Excellent root cause analysis skills

Strong attention to detail

IT Security Analyst

Relevant Certifications (Not required)

Certified Incident Handler (GCIH)

Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)

Microsoft Certified Azure Security Engineer (AZ-500)

Certified in Cybersecurity (CC)

Systems Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP)

Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP)

IT Security Analyst

Compensation :

75,000 - $90,000

Build a rewarding long-term career with us at CFS—when we knock, doors open.

Apply now!

CFS Technology is a Chicagoland based, IT dedicated search practice. We provide technology specialists on a temporary and permanent basis across a broad range of industries. We work closely with our clients to better understand their specific needs, which ensures that each placement we do is the absolute best.

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