Cybersecurity Analyst

Job Title: Cybersecurity Analyst Location: Remote Duration: 8 Months + Extension Bill Rate: $86/hr Job Type: W2 Contract Client: To Be Discussed Later Work Authorization: USC GC H1B OPT-EAD Job Description: Support security assessments of technology systems and recommend system changes to ensure adherence to standards, policies, guidelines, strategies, and security best practices. Generate, gather, and track security metrics, develop scorecards for those metrics, and communicate the results to leadership. Participate in planning sessions related to projects or new technologies to drive process improvement within the functional area. Build relationships with engineers, stakeholders, and security champions to incorporate security principles into engineering design and deployments. Research and learn new tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs) in public and closed forums, and work with colleagues to assess risk and implement/validate controls. Develop and update technical documentation, including network architecture text and diagrams, security plan controls, and risk assessments. Support the evaluation and recommendation of hardware and software systems that provide security functions. Investigate Intrusion Detection System (IDS) alerts, and support incident management, forensic investigation, response, and reporting.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor''s Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Cybersecurity, Engineering, or a related field, plus 1+ years of relevant experience. 2+ years of cybersecurity experience in the Operational Technology field, with familiarity with Homeland Security requirements for compliance. 3+ years of cybersecurity experience with working knowledge of Operational Technology network systems, including Remote Terminal Units (RTU), Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC), interface requirements of Traction Power Substations, Automatic Train Control Systems, and various Rail Communication Systems. Knowledge of SCADA system networks, firewall configuration, local networking, and Cable Transmission Systems (CTS). Understanding of the TCP/IP stack, with hands-on expertise securing diverse LAN, WAN, VPN, and wireless environments for large organizations. Basic understanding of ICS/SCADA cybersecurity controls and concerns. Experience with industry-standard information security technologies and performing technical risk and vulnerability assessments. Excellent customer service, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work well in an integrated team environment and be self-motivated. Must have or be willing to obtain a Security+ certification within six months of employment. We are an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, citizenship/ immigration status, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.