Cybersecurity Analyst II

About Protera Welcome to Protera Technologies, where we’re reimagining how SAP‑centric organizations work in the cloud. Since 1998, we’ve been pioneers in bringing SAP and related applications to the cloud—think Microsoft Azure and AWS. Our global crew, spanning the US with offices in Chicago (HQ), Athens, Greece, and Mumbai, India, is on a mission to make IT smoother, faster, and more fun for our clients. But here’s the thing: we’re not your typical “serious tech company.” While we’re obsessed with delivering top‑notch IT solutions, we’re all about keeping it real, approachable, and enjoyable. We work hard, but we also play hard—whether we’re collaborating on cloud optimizations, enhancing security, or just hanging out as a team. At Protera, we believe in empowering SAP‑centric organizations with the best tools and tech to drive growth, and we love what we do. Our values? Simple: stay curious, stay authentic, and make meaningful connections. We celebrate wins big and small, whether it's a successful project or a fun team event. If you’re looking for a place where tech and fun collide, come join us and see what makes Protera a great place to work. What You’ll Do The Cybersecurity Analyst II – SOC & GRC plays a critical role in ensuring the security and compliance posture of Protera and its clients. This position involves the management and implementation of security controls, governance risk and compliance activities, monitoring security events, and enhancing the effectiveness of our existing security frameworks. Working closely with various teams, the analyst will help identify vulnerabilities, mitigate risks, and improve overall security measures. Key Responsibilities Monitor security alerts and incidents, investigating and responding promptly to potential security threats. Manage and support the ongoing governance, risk, and compliance activities across the organization. Collaborate with IT and business units to ensure compliance with internal policies and external regulations. Develop and maintain documentation for security policies, procedures, and standards. Perform risk assessments and audits, identifying vulnerabilities and recommending solutions for risk mitigation. Stay updated on the latest cybersecurity trends, threats, and regulatory requirements to enhance the security posture. Assist in designing and implementing security awareness training programs for staff. What You Bring Experience: 4+ years in cybersecurity, risk management, or compliance roles, ideally within a SOC environment. Technical Expertise: Strong knowledge of security frameworks (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001) and governance, risk, and compliance practices. Experience with security monitoring tools and vulnerability assessment tools. Ability to conduct audits, risk assessments, and security compliance reviews. Familiarity with incident response processes and best practices. Certifications (Preferred): CompTIA Security+, CISA, CISM, CISSP, or equivalent. Tools Exposure (Preferred): SIEM: Splunk, Microsoft Sentinel, or similar. Vulnerability Management: Qualys, Nessus, or similar tools. Desired Candidate Profile Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills to identify and mitigate risks effectively. Excellent communication skills to present technical findings and recommendations to both technical and non‑technical audiences. Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a high‑pressure environment. Solid organizational skills to manage multiple tasks and priorities. Protera offers a variety of health and wellbeing programs. Benefit options include two PPO Medical plans, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Accounts, Dependent Care FSA, 401k retirement savings plan, company paid Life Insurance, Flexible PTO policy, Paid Holidays. #J-18808-Ljbffr