Senior Cyber Security Analyst

We are seeking an experienced Senior Cyber Security Analyst to support the administration and operation of enterprise cybersecurity technologies within the Security Operations Center (SOC). This role is responsible for monitoring, detecting, analyzing, and responding to cybersecurity threats across both Information Technology (IT) and Operational Technology (OT) environments. The analyst will collaborate with IT and OT teams to manage user access, strengthen cyber defenses, support disaster recovery, assess vulnerabilities, integrate threat intelligence, and maintain an accurate inventory of IT assets supporting agency operations.

Position Responsibilities

·   Support the Director of Cyber Security Services in strengthening the organization''s cybersecurity posture and preparedness.

·     Administer user access controls and identity management for enterprise systems and resources.

·   Monitor, investigate, and respond to security events and incidents across IT and OT environments, including malware, intrusions, and other cyber threats.

·    Perform incident analysis, root cause investigations, and coordinate response and remediation activities to minimize operational impact.

·    Deploy, administer, and maintain cybersecurity tools, network defense technologies, and security infrastructure.

·        Monitor network activity and remediate unauthorized or suspicious activity.

·      Support disaster recovery and cyber incident response activities, including preparation, containment, recovery, and post-incident analysis.

·        Integrate threat intelligence from third-party sources to strengthen cyber defenses and improve threat detection capabilities.

·        Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing, prioritize remediation activities, and track risk mitigation efforts.

·        Perform proactive threat hunting to identify and mitigate emerging threats.

·        Document security incidents, investigations, and response activities in accordance with organizational policies and compliance requirements.

·        Monitor systems for configuration, security policy, and compliance deviations.

·    Develop cybersecurity metrics, dashboards, and executive reports to communicate security posture, trends, and operational performance.

·  Manage the lifecycle of IT assets, including inventory, acquisition, deployment, and disposal documentation.

·     Recommend and implement continuous improvements to cybersecurity processes, technologies, and operational procedures.

Position Qualifications

·     Bachelor''s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Cybersecurity, or a related technical field; Master''s degree preferred.

·        Minimum of ten (10) years of experience in cybersecurity, information systems, or security operations.

·        Experience supporting Security Operations Center (SOC) environments, including SIEM monitoring, incident detection, response, and threat analysis.

·     Strong understanding of cybersecurity principles, risk management, incident response, and security operations.

·     Working knowledge of the MITRE ATT&CK Framework for IT and Operational Technology (OT) environments.

·  Experience with vulnerability management, penetration testing, threat hunting, and cyber threat intelligence.

·     Proficiency with one or more scripting or programming languages such as PowerShell, Python, or Kusto Query Language (KQL).

·        Strong understanding of network protocols, ports, intrusion prevention systems (IPS), and system and network log analysis.

·    Experience administering or supporting security technologies including Check Point, Microsoft Defender, Microsoft Entra ID, Microsoft Purview, Microsoft Azure, and SIEM platforms.

·        Familiarity with NIST 800-53 security controls, the NIST Cybersecurity Framework, and NIST Incident Response lifecycle.

·      Preferred experience with cyber risk assessment, continuous monitoring, compliance reporting, security awareness, KPI/KRI reporting, and enterprise security governance.

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