Lead IT Security Analyst

If you are a highly motivated and skilled IT security professional with a passion for protecting information and technology assets, we encourage you to apply for the Lead IT Security Analyst position

Job Title: Lead IT Security Analyst

Location: New York, New York, United States

Salary: $123 Per hour

Overview: We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Lead IT Security Analyst to join our dynamic and growing team. As the Lead IT Security Analyst, you will play a critical role in safeguarding our company's information and technology assets. You will be responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining our organization's security policies and procedures, as well as conducting regular security audits and risk assessments. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in IT security, excellent leadership skills, and the ability to stay up-to-date with the latest security threats and trends.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain the organization's information security policies and procedures in accordance with industry best practices and regulatory requirements
• Conduct regular security audits and risk assessments to identify vulnerabilities and recommend necessary remediation actions
• Lead the development and implementation of security controls and procedures to protect the organization's networks, systems, and data from cyber threats
• Monitor and respond to security incidents, investigating and resolving any potential security breaches
• Stay up-to-date with the latest security threats and trends, and make recommendations for improving the organization's security posture
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure security requirements are integrated into all aspects of the organization's operations
• Train and educate employees on information security policies, procedures, and best practices
• Manage and mentor a team of IT security analysts, providing guidance, support, and professional development opportunities

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in IT security, with at least 2 years in a leadership role
• Extensive knowledge of information security principles, standards, and best practices, such as ISO 27001, NIST, and CIS Controls
• Experience conducting security audits and risk assessments and implementing security controls and procedures
• Strong understanding of network and system security, including firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, and endpoint protection
• Experience with security incident response and vulnerability management
• Excellent leadership and communication skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams
• Relevant industry certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or CISA are preferred
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to think critically and make data-driven decisions
• Proven ability to manage and mentor a team of IT security analysts

Join our team and be a part of driving the organization's security strategy and ensuring the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of our systems and data.