Network Security Analyst

Network Security Analyst I Cloud Vulnerability Remediation
Location: Austin, TX
Work Mode: Hybrid (2 days onsite per week)
Duration: Longterm contract

Job Description
We are seeking a Network Security Analyst I with strong experience in cloud vulnerability remediation, patching, and security configuration. This role focuses on identifying, assessing, and remediating vulnerabilities across cloud environments to reduce enterprise risk and maintain compliance.

The ideal candidate has handson experience with cloud security, vulnerability management tools, patching processes, and crossteam collaboration.

Key Responsibilities
Review and analyze vulnerability findings for cloudhosted resources

Assess applicability, severity, and risk impact of identified vulnerabilities

Execute remediation actions: patching, configuration updates, and security hardening

Validate remediation results and ensure successful closure of tasks

Perform cloudbased patching and updates for supported workloads

Implement configuration changes when vendor patches are unavailable

Create and maintain remediation tasks, documentation, and change records

Ensure all remediation follows established change management processes

Provide remediation status updates for audits and leadership reporting

Support temporary mitigations or compensating controls when needed

Collaborate with Cloud Operations, Security, Application, and Risk teams

Identify recurring issues and recommend process improvements

Contribute to reducing technical debt and improving cloud security posture

Required Skills

Experience with cloud vulnerability management and remediation

Strong understanding of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or similar)

Handson patching, configuration management, and security hardening

Familiarity with vulnerability scanning tools and security frameworks

Experience working with change management and compliance processes

Ability to analyze risk, prioritize remediation, and validate fixes

Strong communication and documentation skills

Ability to work with crossfunctional teams