Cybersecurity Analyst

** Please Note: this position is

NOT

remote **

** You must be legally authorized to work in the United States **

Cybersecurity Analyst

M.A. Polce Consulting * Rome, New York, United States (on-site)

Job Summary

The Cybersecurity Analyst is responsible for configuring and utilizing an array of different Security tools, specifically to provide Compliance Reporting, Alerting, and Incident Analysis. The Cybersecurity Analyst is an architect / implementer of security solutions and works with other engineers and product focused personnel to provide the best possible solution for the client. Emphasis is placed on the ability to thoroughly understand client and to make sound recommendations. The Cybersecurity Analyst will have responsibility for writing technical reports and document findings as evidence for reporting and Incident Response as required.

Essential Functions:

Consults with clients to effectively understand technical requirements and translate to a solution

Works in a team environment with account managers and product specialists to effectively develop solutions designs and statements of work

Able to decipher Security Events and Event correlation using an array of Security Tools (including logs from FMC, Graylog, M365, MDR, EDR, etc.).

Must follow current compliance procedures, assure clear and accurate documentation, and develop or implement more efficient tools and procedures to ensure compliance

Good organizational skills to maintain documentation and evidence gathering for reporting and Incident analysis

Configure and utilize Tenable Nessus for vulnerability scanning and reporting

Solid understanding of TCP/IP protocol and associated ports and services

Solid Understanding on Firewall Access Control Lists and configurations

Work with Vendor support to resolve any issues that may arise

Must be confident in asking questions and bringing attention to concerns that may arise

Participation in on-call with other members of the team to support Incident Response for client

Desired Skills:

Develop scripts on Linux platforms to support Cybersecurity Vulnerability Assessments (CVA) as well as aid security controls audits

Ability to develop and utilize PowerShell scripts as part of projects and incident response.

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor of Science degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science or other Information Technology discipline

Minimum of 2 years of experience in Information Technology

Knowledge of vulnerability scanning and reporting

Must be able to obtain and maintain security clearances for clients

Must be able to drive and travel overnight to support clients

Ability to pass background check

Preferred Qualifications:

Strong documentation skills and writing skills

Strong analytic skills

Knowledge and experience in the Security Frameworks: NIST, CSF, RMF, CIS.

Minimum of 2 years of experience with vulnerability scanning and reporting

Knowledge of TCP/IP protocol and associated ports and services

Education:

Bachelor of Science degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science or other Information Technology discipline

Desired certification/ Licensing:

Security +

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