IT Security Analyst

Genesis10 is seeking an IT Security Analyst for a 100% remote fulltime within the United States, direct hire opportunity with a global technology company headquartered in Ottawa, Canada with several U.S. based locations.

Position Summary

Seeking a skilled and experienced security professional with a passion for ensuring the highest standards of information security. Play a pivotal role in safeguarding the organization's assets. In this dynamic role, you will be responsible for compliance evidence collection, SIEM setup and management, Technical Security Analysis and fostering collaborative efforts within our security team. You will draw on your real-world, industry experience and the knowledge from our broader team that will help facilitate your ongoing success. Although the role is primarily focused on operations, you'll be engaged in cross-functional project deliverables and collaboration with other teams in delivering security solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Compliance Evidence Collection and Gap Remediation
• Collaborate with Risk and Compliance personnel to gather evidence for Compliance requirements (SOC II, ISO 27001, PCI, NIST 800-53, etc.).
• Develop and implement processes for evidence collection, ensuring accuracy, completeness and timeliness in response to audit requests.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to address compliance gaps and implement corrective actions.
• Security Incident and Event Management
• Design, implement and maintain automated processes within the SIEM environment to enhance threat detection, incident response and log management.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate security controls and enhance the overall effectiveness of the SIEM solution.
• Develop and maintain automated responses to common security incidents.
• Technical Security Analysis

Due to the team's responsibilities, you may also get involved in the following:

• Incident Detection and Response
• Monitor SIEM alerts and investigate security incidents to determine the root cause and appropriate remediation actions.
• Automation
• Design, implement and maintain automated security processes to enhance efficiency and reduce response times.
• Vulnerability Management
• Prioritize and remediate identified vulnerabilities in collaboration with system owners and IT teams.
• Security Documentation
• Create and maintain documentation related to security policies, procedures and configurations.
• Collaboration and Communication
• Communicate security risks and findings to technical and non-technical audiences effectively.
• Build relationships with stakeholders across groups to understand needs and requirements and the associated notification process.
• Responsible for maintaining a high level of operational excellence for solutions and services.
  
  

Qualifications

Mandatory

• US Citizenship
• 4+ combined years of experience in an IT role
• 1+ years of experience in an IT Security related role.
• 3+ years of experience in an Operations related role.
• Experience with Enterprise Linux/Unix and/or Windows.
• Experience with two or more of the following technologies or categories:
• Vulnerability Management (Scanning, Reporting)
• SIEM - Network and Agent-based (Installation, Operation and Triage)
• Centralized Log Management
• Enterprise Linux/Unix based Operating Systems
• Experience collecting evidence for Compliance Frameworks (NIST 800-53, SOC II, ISO 27001, PCI, etc.).
  
  

Knowledge And Experience

• University degree or College diploma in Computer Science or related field is preferred.
• SANS, ISACA or GIAC certification is preferred.
• Experience with a GRC Tool is highly desired.
• Experience with Cloud Environments (Azure, AWS, etc.)
• Knowledge of Security technologies (Identity and Access Management systems, Multi-Factor Authentication, Encryption, ITIL Frameworks, and traditional perimeter and endpoint security technologies)
• Experience or participation in Open-Source communities/technologies is considered and asset.
• Experience in various programming languages is considered an asset (Bash, PowerShell, Python 3, Ruby).
  
  

Skills And Abilities

• Proficiency in Microsoft 365 Enterprise.
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)
• Can-do attitude, passion, and an out of the box mindset towards solving problems.
• High degree of personal confidence, enthusiasm, and drive.
  
  

If you are a qualified candidate interested in this opportunity, please apply.

About Genesis10

Genesis10 is a leading U.S. business and technology consulting firm with hundreds of clients needing proven talent and solutions to power their strategic initiatives. If you are a high performing business or IT professional with solid, referenced experience, we want to meet you. Genesis10 recruiters and delivery professionals are highly accomplished career advocates, who get to know you beyond your resume to position you with the opportunities that fit your skills, experience, and aspirations. We have benefit options to fit your needs and a support staff that works with you from placement throughout your engagement project after project. To learn more about Genesis10 and to view all our available career opportunities, please visit us at www.genesis10.com .

"Genesis10 is an Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F/D/V