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Security Analyst
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ConglomerateIT LLC
United States
Technical Knowledge And Skills

  • Minimum of 5+ years of technical experience in security incident response and forensic analysis.
  • Experience in obtaining Cyber Threat Intelligence and applying it in the security incident process.
  • Proficiency in applying Indicators of Compromise (IOCs) to identify threats and prevent future vulnerabilities.
  • Technical security project management skills.
  • Familiarity with best practices standards and frameworks including ISO 27001/27002, PCI DSS v4, GLBA, HIPPA/HITECH, NIST 800-53, CIS CONTROLS, NIST CSF, and CIS RAM.
  • Hands-on experience with various hardware such as network switches, routers, servers, etc.
  • Expertise in operating systems including UNIX, LINUX, and WINDOWS.
  • Knowledge of network components like LAN, WAN, Internet, Proxy/Filtering, Firewall, VPN, DMZ.
  • Familiarity with network protocols such as TCP/IP, SNMP, SMTP, NTP, DNS, LDAP, NFS, SAMBA, etc.
  • Experience with databases including Oracle, SQL, MYSQL.
  • Understanding of cloud platforms like IAAS, PAAS, SAAS.
  • Proficiency in security concepts like Encryption, Hardening, etc.
  • Familiarity with Security GRC, Forensic Analysis Tools, Active Directory.
  • Programming languages skills are advantageous.
  • Experience in computer forensics and prior SIEM experience are pluses.
  • Skills in malware analysis are also beneficial.

Professional Skills

  • Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
  • Ability to analyze information and formulate solutions.
  • Capability to provide in-depth analysis with a focus on goals and deliverables.
  • Proactive approach to completing work within a reasonable timeframe.
  • Planning and managing support function effectively.
  • Extensive knowledge of information technology systems and development methods.
  • Expertise in project management practices and documentation.
  • Self-motivated and proactive in communication and collaboration with team members.
  • Ability to elicit and gather user requirements accurately.
  • Effective communication of complex problems and solutions to technical and non-technical audiences.
  • Creativity and critical thinking in problem-solving.
  • Responsibility for solution integrity.
  • Presentation of solutions to management and decision-makers.
  • Collaborative and independent work on tasks and deliverables.
  • Experience in managing multiple projects.
  • At least 5 years' experience in information security and forensics or security incident response.
  • Desired certifications include CISSP and CCFP or equivalent (e.g., CCE, CHFI), with other security certifications like CISA, CISM being highly desirable.

Core Competencies

  • Integrity.
  • Sound judgement.
  • Commitment to quality.
  • Adaptability.
  • Innovation.
  • Strategic thinking.
  • Effective communication and influence.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively.