Cybersecurity Analyst

Description

We are looking for a Cybersecurity Analyst to support a focused application security effort centered on identifying, validating, and resolving exposed secrets and credentials within source code repositories. This role is based in Murray, Utah, and is offered as a Long-term Contract position. The person in this role will work closely with engineering and security partners to move findings from investigation through remediation and documented closure in a fast-paced, project-driven environment.

Responsibilities:
Investigate security alerts related to exposed credentials and embedded secrets found in source code repositories, confirming validity and potential risk.
Partner with software engineers, application owners, and security teams to assign ownership, define remediation steps, and drive issues through resolution.
Use scripting and automation tools such as PowerShell, Bash, or Python to streamline analysis, tracking, and follow-up activities.
Review repository history and code context in Git and GitHub to support remediation planning and verify corrective actions.
Document findings, decisions, remediation progress, and final disposition in a clear and audit-ready manner.
Coordinate with cross-functional stakeholders across a large engineering organization to maintain momentum on a backlog of security findings.
Evaluate factors such as credential type, privilege level, environment, and exposure scope to help prioritize response actions.
Validate that completed fixes fully address the identified issue and close findings with accurate reporting and supporting evidence.

Requirements

Hands-on experience investigating and remediating hard-coded secrets, credentials, or similar security findings within source code repositories.
Strong scripting ability in at least two of the following: PowerShell, Bash, and Python.
Solid working knowledge of Git and GitHub, including collaboration with engineering teams on code-related remediation efforts.
Ability to work independently while managing multiple tasks in a short-term, project-focused setting.
Strong communication skills with the confidence to engage directly with internal engineering stakeholders.
Experience documenting technical findings, remediation outcomes, and status updates with clarity and accuracy.
Proven ability to collaborate effectively across multiple teams and adapt to different working styles and personalities.

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