The IT Security Analyst will play a critical role in safeguarding the organization's information systems by monitoring, analyzing, and responding to security incidents. The role requires working in a small to mid-sized company environment, where adaptability and hands-on experience are key.
Key Responsibilities:
- Monitor and review security alerts and logs from various systems to detect and respond to potential security incidents.
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and risk analyses to identify potential threats to the organization's IT infrastructure.
- Assist in the development and implementation of security policies, procedures, and best practices.
- Investigate and document security breaches and incidents, providing detailed reports and recommendations for remediation.
- Support the implementation and management of security tools such as antivirus, firewalls, and intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDS/IPS).
- Provide security awareness training and guidance to employees, promoting a culture of security within the organization.
Required Qualifications:
- Minimum of 4 years of experience in IT security analysis or a related role.
- Experience working in small to mid-sized companies, with a strong ability to adapt to various tasks and responsibilities.
- Solid understanding of security frameworks, such as NIST, ISO 27001, or CIS Controls.
- Hands-on experience with security tools and technologies, including SIEM, firewalls, IDS/IPS, and antivirus software.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail in identifying and mitigating security risks.
- Familiarity with regulatory compliance requirements (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA, PCI-DSS).
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to clearly convey complex security concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Information Security, Computer Science, or a related field.
- Relevant certifications such as CompTIA Security+, CEH, CISSP, or similar.
- Experience with incident response and digital forensics.
- Knowledge of scripting or automation tools (e.g., Python, PowerShell) to streamline security processes.
