Information Security Analyst

Overview

On Site
BASED ON EXPERIENCE
Contract - Independent
Contract - W2
Contract - 8+ mo(s)

Skills

Security Operations
Continuous Monitoring
SIEM
Risk Management
Patch Management
Configuration Management
System Security
Security Controls
Auditing
NIST SP 800 Series
Recovery
Root Cause Analysis
Security Awareness
Training
Reporting
Leadership
Dashboard
Information Security
Cyber Security
Splunk
Regulatory Compliance
FISMA
Incident Management
Vulnerability Management
Risk Assessment
Analytical Skill
Documentation
Communication
IT Consulting
Staff Augmentation
Information Technology
Insurance
Life Insurance
SANS

Job Details

Information Security Analyst

Hybrid

About the Job
  • Duration: 9 Months Contract (possibility of extension)
  • Location: - Hybrid, Atlanta, GA
  • Pay rate: Hourly, depending on experience
  • Job ID: 776405
Responsibilities:
Security Operations & Monitoring
  • Conduct continuous monitoring of enterprise systems using CrowdStrike (EDR), Splunk (SIEM), and Tenable (Vulnerability Management).
  • Detect, investigate, and respond to potential threats and incidents impacting CUI and overall system security.
  • Maintain dashboards, alerts, and reports to ensure proactive detection and escalation of risks.
Vulnerability & Risk Management
  • Perform ongoing vulnerability assessments with Tenable, track remediation efforts, and validate closure of findings.
  • Support patch management and configuration management processes to reduce the attack surface.
  • Deliver metrics and risk posture updates to leadership.
Compliance & Documentation
  • Maintain and update System Security Plans (SSPs) to document the implementation of security controls.
  • Support external and internal audits (IRS, CMS, SSA, NIST, FISMA) by providing required evidence, documentation, and remediation tracking.
  • Assist in compliance with evolving frameworks (e.g., NIST SP 800-53 Rev. 5).
Incident Response
  • Triage, analyze, and document security incidents across enterprise systems.
  • Coordinate with IT and business stakeholders on containment, eradication, and recovery efforts.
  • Deliver incident reports, root cause analysis, and lessons learned documentation.
Security Awareness & Training
  • Develop and deliver security awareness programs, emphasizing CUI handling, phishing defense, and insider threat mitigation.
  • Conduct specialized training for privileged users and administrators.
  • Track participation and report effectiveness of awareness initiatives.
Reporting & Communication
  • Provide leadership with actionable insights through Splunk dashboards, Tenable vulnerability reports, and CrowdStrike incident summaries.
  • Deliver executive-level updates highlighting risks, compliance status, and incident trends.
  • Track remediation activities and ensure timely closure of findings.
Qualifications:
  • Bachelor s degree in information security, Cybersecurity, IT, or related field; or equivalent 1 year; or Preference will be given to candidates with relevant State of Georgia Experience
  • Hands-on experience with Splunk, CrowdStrike Falcon, and Tenable NessTenable.sc.
  • Strong understanding of CUI protection requirements and compliance frameworks (NIST, FISMA, IRS Pub 1075, CMS, SSA).
  • Experience with incident response, vulnerability management, and risk assessments.
  • Strong analytical, documentation, and communication skills.
About our Company
DataSoft Technologies is a highly recognized provider of professional IT Consulting services in the US. Founded in 1994, DataSoft Technologies, Inc. provides staff augmentation services for Information Technology and Automotive Services. Our team member benefits include:
  • Paid Holidays/Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Medical/Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Short Term/Long Term Disability
  • Life Insurance
  • 401 (K)

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