Security Analyst

Job Title: Security Analyst

Location: Dallas, TX

Duration: 6 Months + Extension

Bill Rate: $72/hour

Job Type: W-2 Contract

Client: To Be Discussed Later

Work Authorization: US-Citizen, H-1B, OPT-EAD, GC-EAD

Job Summary:

• Experience in the field of Information Systems Security required. CISSP, CISM, CISA, or System Administration, Networking, and Security Institute ( SANS )/Global Information Assurance Certification ( GIAC ) certifications preferred.
• Cisco or Microsoft certifications preferred, with extra preference given to advanced Cisco or Microsoft certifications such as Cisco Certified Security Professional ( CCSP ), Cisco Certified Network Professional ( CCNP ), Cisco Certified Design Professional ( CCDP ), Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert ( CCIE ), or Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer ( MSCE ).
• Analyst must have a working knowledge of relevant NIST and/or CIS information security regulations and guidelines. Working knowledge of IT Security Best Practices regarding (a) networks and networking including protocol analysis, anomaly detection, and troubleshooting, and/or (b) working knowledge of IT Security Best Practices regarding Windows and *nix Servers and workstations required.
• Significant working experience with vulnerability assessment tools including but not limited to the following technologies: databases, web-based applications, Windows and *nix file servers and data networks.

Equal Opportunity Employer: We are an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, citizenship/ immigration status, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.