Information Security Analyst

ASSYST, Inc.•Tallahassee, FL

3d•Onsite

About The Position

ASSYST is seeking an experienced Advanced Information Security Analyst to lead the technical implementation of enterprise cybersecurity initiatives, focusing on system hardening, network security, identity and access management (IAM), vulnerability management, and incident response within a Microsoft-based infrastructure. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in cloud security, security monitoring, and enterprise security architecture, ensuring robust protection of organizational systems and data. This is an onsite contract role based in Tallahassee, Florida.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Cybersecurity, or related field (or equivalent experience)
5+ years of server or network administration experience
3+ years of enterprise information security administration experience (1000+ user environment)
2+ years of experience managing technical security implementations
3+ years of experience with Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) systems
3+ years of vulnerability management experience
Experience supporting enterprise antivirus or endpoint protection platforms

Nice To Haves

Experience with IDS/IPS security systems
Experience implementing Microsoft Defender and Active Directory security controls
Knowledge of Office 365 Data Loss Prevention (DLP)
Experience working in criminal justice or law enforcement IT environments
Familiarity with CJIS and state cybersecurity standards
Experience creating executive security reports and briefings

Responsibilities

Security Project Implementation
Lead implementation of enterprise security initiatives including system hardening, encryption, vulnerability management, and network security
Deploy security controls across Microsoft Azure and Microsoft enterprise environments
Collaborate with infrastructure and development teams to implement secure architecture
Deliver security projects aligned with timelines, scope, and compliance standards
Security Operations & Engineering
Implement and maintain security technologies such as firewalls, IDS/IPS, encryption, and endpoint protection
Perform vulnerability assessments and develop remediation strategies
Strengthen the organization’s overall cybersecurity posture
Security Monitoring & Tools Management
Configure and manage enterprise security tools including:
Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) platforms
Microsoft Azure Security Center
Endpoint detection and response solutions
Ensure seamless integration of security platforms across IT systems
Support threat detection and proactive monitoring
Incident Response
Develop and maintain incident response procedures for law enforcement environments
Investigate security incidents and conduct root cause analysis
Implement remediation and risk mitigation strategies
Security Compliance & Governance
Ensure compliance with:
Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) Security Policy
State and federal cybersecurity regulations
Partner with Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) teams to address audit findings
Support CJIS audits and regulatory security assessments
Documentation & Training
Maintain documentation for cybersecurity tools, processes, and controls
Provide security awareness training to IT teams and stakeholders
Support organization-wide cybersecurity best practices
Collaboration & Support
Work with IT operations and development teams to embed security into systems and processes
Provide technical troubleshooting and cybersecurity support
Stay updated on emerging cybersecurity threats, technologies, and compliance requirements