IT Security Analyst

Overview

On Site
Full Time
10% Travel

Skills

IT Security
Gap Analysis
Regulatory Compliance
System On A Chip
Reporting
Meta-data Management
Inventory
Documentation
Security Awareness
Data Flow
Cyber Security
Analytical Skill
Conflict Resolution
Problem Solving
Management
Presentations
Collaboration
Security Controls
Computer Networking
Database Design
Scripting
Server Administration

Job Details

IT Security Analyst

Location: Downtown Tampa, FL
Position Type: Full-Time, Permanent Opportunity
Work Schedule: On-site position | Standard business hours; may require nights, weekends, or holiday support in emergencies

Overview

We are seeking an IT Security Analyst to support the availability, integrity, and confidentiality of sensitive employee, business, and system information. This role ensures compliance with security policies, procedures, and applicable regulations, while also monitoring, analyzing, and responding to cybersecurity threats and vulnerabilities. The ideal candidate will have strong technical knowledge in security controls, networking, and compliance frameworks, paired with the ability to work effectively across IT and business teams.

Key Responsibilities

  • Perform gap analyses between policies/standards/regulations and current practices; recommend corrective actions.
  • Assist in documenting and managing processes and tools to support compliance with CJIS, NIST CSF, SOC, and related frameworks.
  • Analyze threat and vulnerability feeds and identify applicability to the organization.
  • Support the organization during incidents or breaches and assist in response efforts.
  • Produce vulnerability, configuration, and coverage metrics to measure remediation effectiveness.
  • Review and report on system logs, alerts, and notifications.
  • Validate that all systems receive security patches and updates in a timely manner.
  • Monitor and generate alerts from cybersecurity intelligence sources.
  • Assist with maintaining an application meta-data inventory, data flow documentation, and vendor security information.
  • Promote security awareness activities across the organization.
  • Perform additional related duties as required.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

  • Working knowledge of networking, database design, and data flow design.
  • Familiarity with security standards and policies, especially CJIS, NIST, and industry regulations.
  • Knowledge of cybersecurity concepts, threats, and terminology.
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and task management skills.
  • Effective written, verbal, and presentation skills.
  • Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.

Minimum Education & Experience

Option 1

  • High school diploma or GED.
  • 5 years of experience in administering security controls and in networking, database design, programming/scripting, or server administration.

Option 2

  • Associate degree in a technical field.
  • 4 years of experience in administering security controls and in networking, database design, programming/scripting, or server administration.

Option 3

  • Bachelor's degree in a technical field.
  • 3 years of experience in administering security controls and in networking, database design, programming/scripting, or server administration.

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