Sr. Security Analyst

Genesis10 is currently seeking a Sr. Security Analyst Consultant with our client in the transportation industry in their Atlanta, GA location. This is a 12 + month contract position.

Description:
Seeking a Sr. Security Analyst Consultant
Our client is on a journey to becoming the best IT organization in the airline industry, a journey of transformation. They are changing the way we do business from top to bottom as we strive to create meaningful and innovative solutions and are looking for team members to help us realize our vision.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for analyzing the information security environment and assisting with the development of security measures to safeguard information against accidental or unauthorized modification, destruction, or disclosure
• Work with management, development personnel, risk staff, auditors, facilities, and security department personnel to identify and implement security plans to ensure that all information assets are appropriately safeguarded, including the following:, software applications, hardware, telecommunications, and computer installations
• Determine methods of implementing and enforcing security policies
• Responsible for maintaining a high level of user trust and confidence in the group's knowledge of and concern for security of systems, while working on multiple network security projects
• Lead development of information security technology tasks and projects
• Communicate with all levels of management
• Generate, coordinate, and maintain of project plans
• Develop cost analysis estimates for information security tasks and projects
• Keep project plans updated as required
• Interact with customers as required by project objectives
• Understanding of business process as it relates to information security
• Define, redesign, and document security processes and procedures
• Coordinate the development and delivery of awareness for information security
• Work with resource owners to determine appropriate security policies for securable resources
• Consult with IT staff to evaluate, select, install, and configure hardware and software systems that provide appropriate security functions
• Assist resource owners in understanding and responding to security failures/problems
• Assist in determining cause of security related events and identify potential security related events
• Communicate to appropriate personnel on normal and exception processing of security authorization requests and/or breaches
• Assist with documentation of security policies; maintain resource classification, may be required to present on security status, project status, and security training to management and IT personnel as needed
• Assist in proactively protecting the integrity, confidentiality, and availability of information in the custody of or processed by the company
• Consult with business units to ensure selection and use of realistic enforcement mechanisms.
• Aid in review of security policies and auditing of logs
• Assist in developing and maintaining effective disaster recovery plans, processes, and procedures
• Assist in research, evaluate, design, test, recommend, and plan implementation of new or improved information security research, evaluate, design, test, recommend, and plan implementation of new or improved information security technology
• Train information owners in the implementation of necessary computer security controls

Requirements:

• 6+ years experience
• BS/BA degree with three (3) or more years of relevant experience in related field or any combination or equivalent
• Deep understanding of NIST 800-171 and NIST 800-53 controls and compliance requirements
• Prior experience with U.S. Government IT compliance requirements - in particular Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC)
• Solid understanding of government Information Security regulations, pertinent control frameworks, and required compliance documentation
• Experience in developing and maintaining System Security Plans (SSPs)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills across multiple channels and organizational levels and the ability to research and interpret regulatory requirements, providing concise summaries to business partners and to senior leadership
• Skilled in drafting and interpreting policies and procedures
• Practical audit and control testing experience with the ability to manage projects and drive actions across functional areas
• Experience in data administration and security methods, plus experience in various database design techniques; familiarity with multi-platform environments, and IT auditing
• Ability to communicate verbally and in writing with all levels of employees and management, capable of successful formal and informal communication, speaks and writes clearly and understandably at the right level
• Widely trusted, being seen as a direct, truthful individual, can present the unvarnished truth in an appropriate and helpful manner, keeps confidences, admits mistakes, and doesn't misrepresent him/herself for personal gain
• Works well in a collaborative setting, supporting work team by volunteering for and completing assignments, acting as a positive team member by contributing to discussions, developing and maintaining both formal and informal relationships enterprise-wide, defines success in terms of the entire team through mentoring and knowledge transfer
• Demonstrated commitment to increasing knowledge and skills in current technical/functional area, keeping up to date on technical developments, staying informed as to industry practices, knowing how to apply relevant technical processes to appropriate business need
• Demonstrated desire to dedicate time and energy to accomplish goals, tasks, assignments, etc.
• Knowledge of policies, general practices, procedures, etc. relevant for the area in which he/she works
• Ability to successfully, professionally, and diplomatically interact with others and develop relationships with people who have widely varying styles, levels in the organization, and knowledge of IT
• Experience using rigorous logic and methods to solve difficult problems with effective solutions, probes all fruitful sources for answers, can see hidden problems, is excellent at honest analysis, looks beyond the obvious and doesn't stop at the first answer
• Delivers quality work on time, translates planning into action by following applicable established procedures or methodologies, proactively monitors and controls task status by collecting and analyzing task data to anticipate and address barriers, appropriately communicates and resolves or escalates any problems that arise

Desired skills:

• Airline industry experience, broad range of exposure to business planning, systems analysis, and/or application development

If you have the described qualifications and are interested in this exciting opportunity, please apply!

About Genesis10:
Ranked a Top Staffing Firm in the U.S. by Staffing Industry Analysts for six consecutive years, Genesis10 puts thousands of consultants and employees to work across the United States every year in contract, contract-for-hire, and permanent placement roles. With more than 300 active clients, Genesis10 provides access to many of the Fortune 100 firms and a variety of mid-market organizations across the full spectrum of industry verticals.

For contract roles, Genesis10 offers the benefits listed below. If this is a perm-placement opportunity, our recruiter can talk you through the unique benefits offered for that particular client. Benefits of Working with Genesis10:
Access to hundreds of clients, most who have been working with Genesis10 for 5-20+ years.
The opportunity to have a career-home in Genesis10; many of our consultants have been working exclusively with Genesis10 for years.
Access to an experienced, caring recruiting team (more than 7 years of experience, on average.)
Behavioral Health Platform
Medical, Dental, Vision
Health Savings Account
Voluntary Hospital Indemnity (Critical Illness & Accident)
Voluntary Term Life Insurance
401K
Sick Pay (for applicable states/municipalities)
Commuter Benefits (Dallas, NYC, SF and Illinois)

For multiple years running, Genesis10 has been recognized as a Top Staffing Firm in the U.S., as a Best Company for Work-Life Balance, as a Best Company for Career Growth, for Diversity, and for Leadership, amongst others. To learn more and to view all our available career opportunities, please visit us at our website.

Genesis10 is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.