Cyber Analyst

This is not a Penetration Tester role.

W2 based, contract to Hire - Onsite position located in Albany, New York. Local candidates - the client does not offer sponsorship. 2nd onsite interview in Albany, N.Y. is required - no exceptions.

Vega Consulting Solutions is seeking a highly skilled Cybersecurity Analyst to join our client security operations team. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR), Managed Detection and Response (MDR), Managed Risk, and Zero Trust architectures, preferably leveraging platforms such as Microsoft Defender, Arctic Wolf, Zscaler, and CrowdStrike. This role requires strong investigative skills, the ability to respond to incidents in On-Prem and Cloud environments, and proficiency in penetration testing and incident reporting.

Job Description:

• Monitor, analyze, and respond to security alerts from EDR/MDR platforms.
• Investigate and triage security incidents, performing root cause analysis and recommending remediation steps.
• Develop and maintain Incident Response (IR) Plans and After Action Reports (AAR).
• Conduct penetration testing and vulnerability assessments to identify and mitigate risks.
• Implement and enforce Zero Trust security principles across the organization.
• Collaborate with internal IT teams and external vendors to ensure security posture aligns with industry best practices.
• Assist in compliance efforts (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001, CIS benchmarks).
• Provide actionable recommendations for risk mitigation and security improvements.
• Stay current with emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and security technologies.

Required Skills:

• Bachelor s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 3 5 years of experience in cybersecurity operations or similar role.
• Hands-on experience with:
• EDR/MDR solutions (e.g., CrowdStrike, Arctic Wolf).
• Zero Trust frameworks (e.g., Zscaler).
• Strong knowledge of Windows and Linux environments.
• Experience in incident investigation, penetration testing, and risk management.
• Familiarity with SIEM tools, threat intelligence platforms, and vulnerability management.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for reporting and doc Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple priorities.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple priorities.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of regulatory frameworks (GDPR, HIPAA, PCI-DSS).
• Familiarity with cloud security principles (Azure, AWS).

Preferred Certifications

• CISSP, CISM, or CompTIA Security+.
• Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) or OSCP.
• GIAC certifications (e.g., GCIH, GCFA).

If you have the Cyber Sec skills and looking to work out of Albany, N.Y. Select "Apply Now" and a Vega Staffing Specialist will reach out to you.