Cybersecurity Analyst

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Kforce has a client in Miami, FL that is seeking a Cybersecurity Analyst seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Cybersecurity Analyst to join our Vulnerability Management team. The ideal candidate will have a basic to medium level of experience in cybersecurity with a strong emphasis on vulnerability management. This role will require familiarity with industry best practices and standards, a process-oriented mindset, and excellent analytical skills.

Responsibilities:
* Perform vulnerability assessments and manage the lifecycle of vulnerabilities using Tenable Nessus or Tenable
* Interpret scan results and collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and implement remediation strategies
* Conduct risk assessments to identify and manage cybersecurity risks
* Utilize advanced Excel functions to manage, analyze, and visualize large datasets for tracking and reporting vulnerabilities
* Follow and improve established processes to ensure consistent and repeatable results
* Stay updated with industry best practices, frameworks (e.g., NIST, CIS Controls), and emerging cybersecurity threats

REQUIREMENTS:
* Basic understanding of cybersecurity concepts such as risk assessment, threat modeling, and vulnerability management
* Strong understanding of the correlation between risk, vulnerability, and exposure
* Ability to interpret vulnerability scan results and collaborate with teams for remediation
* Experience configuring and performing vulnerability scans In a corporate landscape
* Understanding of risk reduction strategies
* Understanding of change control and ITIL methodologies
* Understanding of mitigation strategies
* Understanding of TCP/IP and Networking concepts
* Awareness of industry best practices and frameworks (e.g., NIST, CIS Controls)
* Strong technical skills and the ability to explain technical issues to non-technical audiences
* Proficiency in advanced Excel functions (e.g., VLOOKUP, pivot tables, conditional formatting, and macros)
* Ability to manage, analyze, and visualize large datasets for reporting and tracking vulnerabilities
* Strong organizational skills with attention to detail
* Ability to follow, document, and improve processes for consistent and repeatable results
* Strong communication and collaboration skills for working with cross-functional teams
* PowerBI experience
* Ability to write and understand DAX queries
* Develop interactive dashboards and visualizations in Power BI to present insights to stakeholders (preferred)
* Familiarity with Tenable Nessus or Tenable.sc for vulnerability scanning and management
* Familiarity with NERC CIP standards and compliance requirements
* Understanding of the role of vulnerability management within the NERC CIP framework
* Experience with documenting and reporting compliance-related activities

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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