Systems/Application Security Analyst, Sr. analyzes information security systems and applications and finds the vulnerabilities. Recommends and develops security measures to protect information against unauthorized modification or loss. Being a Systems/Application Security Analyst, Sr. coordinates with development teams or third parties to fix systems/application vulnerabilities. Requires a bachelor's degree. Additionally, Systems/Application Security Analyst, Sr. typically reports to a manager. The Systems/Application Security Analyst, Sr. contributes to moderately complex aspects of a project. Work is generally independent and collaborative in nature. To be a Systems/Application Security Analyst, Sr. typically requires 4 to 7 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
SUMMARY
The Senior Security Analyst will be responsible for assessing cyber security risk and facilitates remediation of identified vulnerabilities across the computing environment including desktops, servers, printers, and network infrastructure equipment. Provides advanced technical direction and in-depth assistance resolving Cybersecurity vulnerabilities.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
May include, but are not limited to, the following:
Ensure the Company Complies with Cybersecurity policies and procedures
Maintain and update documented Cybersecurity policies and procedures
Work with IT Management & Auditors to coordinate and conduct security audits, risk assessment & analysis
Performs vulnerability assessments as assigned utilizing Cyber Security tools and methodologies
Performs assessments of the cyber security/risk posture within the IT network, systems and software applications.
Identifies opportunities to reduce risk and documents remediation options regarding acceptance or mitigation of risk scenarios.
Research attempted security breaches and rectify security weaknesses
Administer Vulnerability Management, Firewalls, SIEM, Endpoint Security, Intrusion Prevention Devices, Network Access Control Systems, Internet Filtering systems, Phishing exercise product, etc.
Provides weekly project status reports, including outstanding issues.
Daily activities include: Reviewing various monitoring tools, reporting findings at daily status meeting, Monitoring security information sources for recent incidents and threats.
Monthly activities include: Scanning network for vulnerabilities, Recommend critical security patches and Privileged user access reviews
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor s degree in computer related field and/or 7 years or more of practical Cybersecurity experience.
CISSP required. Other security certifications a plus
Manufacturing, Chemical company or Industrial Control System experience is a plus
Cloud Security is a plus
Several years of hands on experience with Windows and enterprise security product administration, including AV/EDR, next gen firewalls, industry standard vulnerability scanning and reporting products
Excellent understanding of the latest security exploits
Strong knowledge of network and server architecture and protocols
Able to resolve security issues using a network monitor to observe traffic at the packet level
Full understanding of the OSI model
Familiar with the NIST Cybersecurity Framework
Scripting is required
UNIX (HP-UX or Linux) knowledge is a plus
Able to work weekends/evenings for maintenance and emergency work as needed
Always on call for security incidents
Strong oral and written communication skills
Strong analytical and problem solving skills
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