Genius Talent has partnered with a Global MedTech company that is looking for an Information Security Analyst (ISA) who manages network security tools/methods and performs research and analysis to mitigate and eliminate data and information security threats. This person will act as contact for the initial intake of information security events; triages potential incidents, determines the nature and scope of the event/incident, classifies the severity and priority of the incident, and escalates to the Information Security Manager (ISM) as necessary. You will also analyze all security systems log files, reviews and logs triggered events, research current and future information security threats, reconciles correlated information security events, develops, and modifies new and current information security controls.

Responsibilities

Investigates computer and information security incidents to determine extent of compromise to company information and automated information systems.
Validates and tests security products/systems to detect computer and information security weaknesses.
Maintain cloud email security solutions to monitor and track phishing campaigns and other email-related threats.
Primary point of contact for security violations and incidents.
Maintain the security checklist comprising of daily/weekly/monthly/quarterly/Semi-Annual/Annual tasks,
Maintain change log and security incident report and present data to ISM on monthly basis.
Complete weekly security hygiene report and quarterly board report to illustrate security efforts/vulnerabilities/incidents/etc.
Involved in the periodic conduct of a review of each system’s audits and monitors corrective actions until all actions are closed.
Reviews processes and security protocols and makes recommendations for increased information security protection.
Training staff on information security procedures and policies.
Perform real-time monitoring, assessment and triage of IDS alarms and the Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) console.
Identifies operational improvements and efficiencies and suggests improvements to improve the security posture of the
Conduct research pertaining to the latest viruses, worms, etc. and the latest technological advances in combating unauthorized access to information tools, techniques, countermeasures, and trends in computer network vulnerabilities
Responsible for administering and monitoring intrusion detection/prevention, antivirus/antimalware, data loss prevention, forensics, content filter, and event monitoring systems.
Coordinate the performance of internal and external network and systems vulnerability assessments and penetration tests. Advise on mitigating vulnerabilities.
Maintain up to date SSL certificates and associated protocols/suites.

Qualifications

Associate degree or equivalent experience in an IT-related discipline
Minimum of 4 years’ experience in a combination of information security and Information Technology positions demonstrating a progressive growth in responsibility
Proven experience with current IT security technologies
Demonstrated experience with information security frameworks such as NIST CSF
Demonstrated understanding of technological trends and developments in the areas of information security, risk management, web architectures, and cloud computing
Demonstrated ability to frame security and risk-related concepts to both technical and nontechnical audiences

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Professional information security certifications such as CompTIA Security+, SSCP, CISSP, CISM, CCNA Security, CCNP Security, CEH, GIAC, or CISA is a plus, but not required
Knowledge of IT technologies including: Access Control, Firewalls, SSO, Microsoft Technologies (MS365, Active Directory, IIS, ISA, DNS), Anti-virus software and malware scanning tools
Knowledge and direct experience with vulnerability management, SIEM and Log Management, DLP, IPS/IDS, VPN, MFA
Strong analytic and problem-solving skills
Excellent written, verbal communication and presentation skills.

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