Cyber Security Analyst I

Brakebush • Westfield, WI

3d • Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking a Cyber Security Analyst with a profound comprehension of information systems and computer usage principles. This role will primarily focus on phishing analysis, contributing significantly to our cybersecurity posture. Our ideal candidate will autonomously research and innovate solutions while enhancing workflow efficiency and process optimization. Familiarity with the NIST CSF Cyber Security Framework is essential.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in cybersecurity or similar discipline or an associate degree and two years of SOC Analyst, IR team responder, or similar role.
• Security + or GSEC certification required or able to obtain within one year.

Nice To Haves

• A deep-rooted passion for cybersecurity and a self-driven approach to work.
• Strong teamwork capabilities and the ability to contribute effectively to group initiatives.
• An eager attitude toward learning new security technologies, concepts, and offensive security tactics.
• Commitment to professional development through training, seminars, and knowledge sharing.
• Experience with offensive security practices, including the use of tools like Metasploit, and tactics for penetrating and testing enterprise network defenses.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain comprehensive security training modules tailored to our corporate environment, emphasizing incident response, phishing awareness, role-based training, and general security consciousness.
• Spearhead the management of a robust metrics framework to gauge employee adherence to information security policies and evaluate the efficacy of our security awareness initiatives.
• Cultivate a culture of security consciousness among employees, guiding them beyond mere policy compliance towards embracing a proactive security mindset.
• Keep abreast of the latest cybersecurity best practices and emerging technologies, offering tailored security recommendations aligned with our specific operational requirements.
• Proactively identify and mitigate vulnerabilities across our systems, encompassing databases, applications, network infrastructure, and data storage solutions.
• Regularly update and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), playbooks, and work instructions to ensure alignment with evolving cybersecurity practices.
• Actively participate in our Cybersecurity Incident Response Team, leveraging strategic approaches, standardized processes, and cutting-edge technologies to swiftly detect, respond to, and recover from security incidents, minimizing their impact and recurrence through risk-based triage protocols.

Benefits

• Equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
• Compliance and applicable pay transparency laws in all states where we operate and any other states where we have a legal obligation.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree