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Senior Security Analyst

Employer
TEKsystems, Inc
Location
Baltimore, MD
Closing date
Feb 21, 2019

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Industry
Security
Function
Analyst, Security Engineer, IT
Hours
Full Time
Career Level
Experienced (Non-Manager)
The Senior Security Analyst is a member of the IT Information Security department within The Client . The Senior Security Analyst should be a technical and proficient with Information Security practices. The senior analyst will be a self-driven technologist who works closely with others within the security department as well as members of other Information Technology departments and business stakeholders to identify, analyze, and remediate threats. The senior analyst may also be leveraged to assist to design, build, operate and monitor leading-edge security infrastructure, platforms, applications and tools to meet strategic and tactical security objectives as outlined in The Client's security information program. The Senior Security Analyst will work with technical managers, software development, and IT operations staff to mitigate or remediate vulnerabilities and manage technology risks across the enterprise. The senior analyst will be responsible for the evaluation and implementation of a broad range of security processes and best practices. This calls for a resourceful senior analyst with the ability to interpret complex information and develop solutions to address security concerns in a timely manner. Major Responsibilities: * Monitor, analyze, and respond to potential security threats identified by The Client systems (eg SIEM, Tenable Nessus, Cisco AMP for Endpoints, Cisco IDS, Cisco Umbrella, email-based threats)* Enter information into ticketing and similar systems to track threats, assignment, and remediation actions* Enforce compliance with set controls, standards, policies and procedures while carrying out IT activities* Search for and analyze security technology to reduce risks in every information security segment. Research and suggest measures to improve IT related procedures, operations, processes, and systems, specific to information security concerns, throughout organization* Assist in the security risk analysis for current and new systems and recommend solutions for reducing exposure areas* Develop and maintain documentation related to security processes, systems, procedures, and events.* Analyze system logs to identify suspicious activities and take appropriate action* Assist infrastructure and application teams with prioritization of patches and security fixes following the vulnerability classification program* Coordinate with different groups to ensure that all application, network, and OS environments are patched on a regular basis* Provide recommendations to mitigate risks through the appropriate use of technical, procedural, and administrative controls in accordance with legal and regulatory compliance standards and established industry best practice The Security Analyst will work with the security team to analyze the avalanche of vulnerabilities that The Client has received after installing Cisco AMP on their laptops.About TEKsystems:We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please call 888 472-3411 or email accommodation@teksystems .com for other accommodation options.

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