Cyber Security Analyst

Job Role: Cyber Security Analyst
Location: New York City, NY (Onsite Role)
Duration: 6+ Months Contract
Job Description:
The Information Technology - Cyber Security Analyst role is responsible for IAM administration, incident response, security tools and engineering, conduct risk assessments and information security project management efforts. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of cybersecurity best practices, possess strong technology and analytic skills, and can collaborate across departments to ensure the protection of our digital assets.
Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Oversee user account administration, including permissions, access controls, and the user identity lifecycle (onboarding, offboarding, and account modifications).
• Design and implement a comprehensive Identity and Access Management (IAM) program, including relevant policies and procedures.
• Monitor activity logs to detect and respond to security incidents effectively.
• Conduct user access re-certification campaigns and manage user access to sensitive systems and data.
• Collaborate with various departments to ensure secure access to systems and data while resolving issues and troubleshooting technical IAM problems.
• Coordinate incident response efforts, ensuring timely detection, investigation, and resolution of security incidents while maintaining incident response plans.
• Evaluate and recommend security solutions to address evolving threats and collaborate with security teams to integrate threat intelligence into processes.
• Assess third-party vendors for security practices, ensuring vendor contracts include appropriate security requirements and compliance measures.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to the IT team, promoting continuous improvement and staying updated on industry trends and regulatory requirements.
• Develop training materials and conduct training sessions related to IT Security to enhance awareness and compliance among employees.

Qualifications

• Bachelor s degree in information systems, Information Security, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in IAM or IT security or a related field.
• Comprehensive understanding of IAM concepts, including Single Sign-On (SSO), role-based access control, identity federation, and Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA).

• Proficiency in identity and access management tools.
• Strong technical and analytical skills with experience in identity and access management solutions.
• Strong understanding of information security principles and frameworks.
• Proven experience with risk assessment tools and methodologies.
• Knowledge of relevant cyber security standards and frameworks (e.g., NIST, FFIEC, ISO/IEC 27001, CIS, etc.).
• Familiar with relevant regulations (e.g., FFIEC, NYSDFS, GDPR, DORA, etc.)
• Knowledge in using cyber security tools and platforms (e.g., SIEM, IAM, PAM, GRC, EDR, IPS/IDS, etc.).
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex concepts to various audiences.
• Relevant certifications such as CRISC, CISM, or CISSP are highly preferred.