Principal Cybersecurity Analyst

If you are passionate about cybersecurity and have a strong background in protecting against cyber threats, we invite you to apply for the role of Principal Cybersecurity Analyst

Position: Principal Cybersecurity Analyst

Location: New York, New York, United States

Salary: $138 Per hour

As a Principal Cybersecurity Analyst, you will play a critical role in ensuring the security and integrity of our company's systems and data. You will be responsible for monitoring and analyzing the effectiveness of our cybersecurity measures, identifying potential vulnerabilities, and implementing solutions to protect against cyber threats. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to develop and maintain our cybersecurity strategy and ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Monitor and analyze the effectiveness of our cybersecurity measures, including firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and anti-virus software.
• Conduct regular vulnerability assessments and penetration testing to identify potential security threats.
• Develop and implement strategies to protect against cyber attacks, including creating incident response plans, conducting security awareness training, and implementing access controls.
• Stay up-to-date on the latest cybersecurity trends and best practices, and make recommendations for improvements to our systems and processes.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and maintain our cybersecurity policies, procedures, and standards.
• Conduct risk assessments and provide recommendations for mitigating potential risks.
• Respond to cybersecurity incidents, investigate security breaches, and develop remediation plans.
• Monitor and analyze security logs and reports to identify any abnormal activity and take appropriate action.
• Work with third-party vendors and security partners to ensure the security of our systems and data.
• Participate in security audits and compliance assessments to ensure that our company is meeting all regulatory requirements.
• Mentor and train junior members of the cybersecurity team.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in cybersecurity, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of cybersecurity principles, practices, and technologies.
• Experience with network and system security, including firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and anti-virus software.
• Working knowledge of security frameworks and compliance standards such as NIST, ISO, and PCI.
• Experience with conducting vulnerability assessments and penetration testing.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively communicate technical information to non-technical stakeholders.
• Industry certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or CISA are preferred.
• Experience working in a regulated industry (e.g. healthcare, finance) is a plus.

Join our dynamic team and help us safeguard our company's systems and data from potential cyber attacks.