IT Security Analyst

Overview

Hybrid
Depends on Experience
Contract - W2
No Travel Required

Skills

Active Directory
Microsoft Azure
NIST SP 800 Series
Cyber Security
IT Security
CISSP
Security+
SQL
NIST 800-53

Job Details

DataStaff, Inc. is in need of an IT Security Analyst for a long-term contract opportunity with one of our direct clients in Richmond, VA.
*This position is hybrid
Job Description:
Our client is seeking a highly motivated Security Analyst to support cybersecurity operations within the Operations Technology (OT) environment, with a specific focus on the integration and ongoing monitoring of the Tolling Division s systems.
Responsibilities

  • Monitor security alerts and logs for tolling-related infrastructure using existing SIEM and other monitoring tools.
  • Analyze, investigate, and triage security events and potential incidents involving tolling back-office systems and devices.
  • Coordinate with Tolling Division personnel, vendors, and OT operations teams to facilitate incident response, forensics, and remediation activities.
  • Assist in onboarding tolling systems into the OT cybersecurity monitoring process, including asset inventory, log ingestion, and configuration baselines.
  • Perform security assessments and reviews of tolling systems for vulnerabilities, misconfigurations, and gaps in compliance with standards such as NIST 800-53, NIST 800-82, and agency-specific policies.
  • Participate in the development and maintenance of incident response procedures and playbooks specific to tolling infrastructure.
  • Contribute to regular security reporting, dashboards, and metrics for tolling systems.
  • Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to enhance the security posture of the tolling environment.

Knowledge and Skills:

  • Bachelor s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field; OR equivalent experience.
  • 3+ years of experience in cybersecurity, with at least 1 year supporting azure, IIS, Active Directory, SQL database, and critical infrastructure environments.
  • Familiarity with SIEM tools, log analysis, and incident response workflows.
  • Familiarity with PCI DSS 4.0+ security requirements.
  • Working knowledge of networking protocols, system hardening, and asset inventory practices.
  • Strong analytical, communication, and collaboration skills.
  • Experience supporting or securing tolling systems, traffic management infrastructure, or roadside equipment.
  • Knowledge of security frameworks such as PCI DSS, NIST 800-53, NIST 800-82, or CIS Controls.
  • Certifications such as GICSP, GCIA, CompTIA Security+, or CISSP.
  • Experience working with third-party vendors and supporting environments with both state-managed and vendor-managed components.
  • Requirements: Experience supporting or securing tolling systems, traffic management infrastructure, or roadside equipment
  • 5 Years - Knowledge of security frameworks such as PCI DSS, SEC 530, NIST 800-53, NIST 800-82, or CIS Controls
  • 5 Years - Experience working with third-party vendors and supporting environments with both state-managed and vendor-managed components


This position is available on a corp-to-corp basis or as a W2 position with a competitive benefits package. DataStaff, Inc. offers medical, dental and vision coverage options as well as paid vacation, sick and holiday leave. As many of our opportunities are long-term, we also have a 401k program available for employees after 6 months.

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