Cybersecurity Analyst

Rhodian Group•Rosemont, IL

5d•$60,000 - $70,000

About The Position

The Security Analyst plays a critical role in assessing and protecting client security posture across diverse environments. This role combines proactive risk assessment, incident analysis, and customer engagement to identify vulnerabilities, document findings, and guide clients toward stronger security controls. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, communicates clearly with technical and non-technical stakeholders, and can balance the demands of assessment delivery with rapid escalation support for active security concerns.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Information Security, Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field (or equivalent professional experience)
Strong understanding of security controls and risk management frameworks (NIST, ISO 27001, CIS Benchmarks)
Practical experience conducting or supporting security assessments, audits, or risk evaluations
Working knowledge of common attack techniques, vulnerabilities, and indicators of compromise
Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical audiences
Strong organizational and time management abilities; capable of managing multiple assessments and priorities
Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and ability to quickly learn new tools
Attention to detail and strong documentation skills
Ability to work effectively in both independent and collaborative environments

Nice To Haves

1-3 years of hands-on experience in information security, risk management, IT audit, or related role
Experience in an MSP or MSSP multi-tenant environment
Familiarity with GRC (Governance, Risk, and Compliance) tools and platforms
Experience with vulnerability scanning tools (Qualys, Nessus, Rapid7)
Basic log analysis or query experience (KQL, SPL, SQL, PowerShell)
Familiarity with the MITRE ATT&CK framework
Relevant certifications: CompTIA Security+, CySA+, or CCSK

Responsibilities

Plan and coordinate security risk assessments with clients, including scheduling, stakeholder alignment, and timeline management
Conduct comprehensive security assessments, analyzing controls, policies, and configurations against industry frameworks (NIST, ISO 27001, CIS)
Review and evaluate evidence of control implementation, documenting findings with clarity and supporting documentation
Identify security risks, control gaps, and areas of non-compliance; articulate business impact and remediation priorities
Draft detailed assessment reports and executive summaries tailored to client leadership and technical teams
Conduct kickoff and debrief meetings, explaining assessment methodology, findings, and recommended remediation actions
Manage customer communication throughout assessment lifecycle, providing status updates and addressing questions
Handle escalated security cases from the service desk, including incident analysis, root cause investigation, and remediation guidance
Analyze security incidents and vulnerability findings, documenting technical details and recommended fixes
Maintain detailed case notes, incident reports, and security documentation for client and internal records
Collaborate with IT, engineering, and internal security teams to improve assessment quality and service delivery
Organize client files, policies, and assessment documentation for accurate tracking and reporting