IT Cybersecurity Analyst

Vi Senior Living • Chicago, IL

382d • $100,710 - $100,710

About The Position

The IT Cybersecurity Analyst at Vi is responsible for securing the organization's IT infrastructure, optimizing security solutions, and collaborating with a third-party Security Operations Center (SOC) to ensure effective threat detection and response. This hybrid role combines in-office and remote work, allowing for flexibility while maintaining a focus on cybersecurity best practices.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science with a focus on IT security.
• Minimum of three years of relevant experience in IT with a focus on security roles, particularly with Microsoft Azure and Microsoft Defender.
• Proficiency in utilizing Microsoft's cybersecurity stack, including Microsoft Sentinel and Microsoft Defender.
• Experience in security policy and procedure creation and maintenance.
• Ability to manage and document security incidents and collaborate with a third-party SOC.

Nice To Haves

• Certifications such as Security +, CISSP, CCNA (Security), SSCP, CSX, Microsoft Technology Associate Security Fundamentals, or CCSP.

Responsibilities

• Monitor, detect, and respond to security incidents and vulnerabilities in collaboration with the third-party SOC.
• Optimize the deployment and management of the Microsoft Defender product stack and Microsoft Sentinel SIEM.
• Conduct proactive threat hunting activities and document security incidents.
• Provide technical expertise on security-related concepts to IT operational teams and the business.
• Perform regular security assessments, audits, and penetration testing to identify risks.
• Develop and maintain incident response plans and conduct regular simulations with the SOC.
• Utilize KnowBe4 for employee training and simulated phishing attacks to promote security best practices.
• Develop, implement, and maintain security policies and procedures to protect sensitive data and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Analyze and report on security metrics, providing insights and recommendations to senior management.
• Assist in the creation and management of Virtual Machines (VM) within the Microsoft Azure environment.

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Exceptional benefits
• Generous Paid Time Off starting on day one
• 401k with company match
• Paid maternity and paternity benefits
• Award-winning training and development
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Luxury work environment
• Meaningful and rewarding work

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Nursing and Residential Care Facilities
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree