Cybersecurity Analyst - (Part-time Remote Contractor)

Numecent•Irvine, CA

7d•$35 - $50•Remote

About The Position

Numecent is seeking an experienced Cybersecurity Analyst to join their team on a part-time fractional basis (approximately 20 hours per week). The Cybersecurity Analyst is responsible for monitoring, assessing, and enhancing the security posture of the organization. This role supports compliance initiatives, conducts risk and vulnerability assessments, and provides hands-on expertise in threat detection, triage, and governance activities. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and experience working with security monitoring tools and compliance frameworks. We foster a professional, dynamic, and collaborative culture. Our small, focused teams ensure that every member has clear ownership and broad exposure across all aspects of the business. We are a group of talented, innovative thinkers dedicated to solving tough engineering problems, reasoning every solution to its core, and maintaining our amazing upward trajectory. Join us, and make a significant contribution in the cloud technology and software deployment space while having fun along the way.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Security, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience)
Experience with SIEM tools (e.g., Gray Log, Zabbix, Splunk, or similar).
Understanding of common cybersecurity frameworks (NIST CSF, NIST 800-53, SOC 2 Trust Services Criteria, GDPR).
Familiarity with vulnerability scanning tools and methodologies.
Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and communication skills.
Ability to work independently on security investigations and cross-functionally with IT and business teams.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Highly self-motivated, organized, and goal-driven
Experience working in a startup or high-growth environment
Access to stable internet and a productive remote work environment

Responsibilities

Actively monitor and analyze security events using SIEM platforms; investigate alerts and suspicious activity.
Perform hands-on log analysis, classification, and prioritization according to severity levels.
Conduct threat modeling, incident triage, and escalation based on established procedures.
Support incident response efforts by documenting findings, coordinating with relevant teams, and recommending remediation steps.
Work with compliance and governance frameworks including NIST, SOC 2, GDPR, and other relevant standards.
Conduct internal audits, prepare audit evidence, and support audit engagements.
Maintain compliance documentation, including policies, procedures, and control narratives.
Perform ongoing risk assessments; track identified risks, document mitigation plans, and follow through on remediation activities.
Conduct vulnerability assessments using approved tools; analyze results and collaborate with technical teams to ensure timely remediation.
Identify security gaps and recommend improvements to strengthen the organization’s security posture.
Monitor the lifecycle of vulnerabilities and risks to ensure proper closure.
Prepare reports, dashboards, and metrics to communicate security posture and risk trends to management.
Maintain accurate documentation related to security controls, incidents, and compliance activities.
Perform other duties as required