Job#: 3056127 Job Description: Security Analyst III
Location: Pittsburgh
Work Model: Hybrid, four days per week onsite
Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Contract Duration: 6-12 months, with potential for extension or conversion
Start Date: As soon as possible
Position OverviewWe are seeking an experienced Security Analyst III to support cybersecurity risk management, data analysis, and reporting efforts. This position will analyze complex information, identify security and operational risks, and develop actionable recommendations aligned with business needs.
The ideal candidate combines Governance, Risk, and Compliance experience with strong business intelligence and data-analysis capabilities. This individual will collaborate closely with Information Security, technology, and business teams to strengthen cyber hygiene, improve control effectiveness, and support timely risk remediation.
Key Responsibilities- Review and analyze complex security and operational data to identify trends, risks, and actionable insights.
- Develop reports, conclusions, and recommendations aligned with business requirements and organizational capabilities.
- Recommend appropriate courses of action to mitigate information-security risks.
- Help establish and maintain risk-management standards in coordination with relevant cybersecurity and change-management teams.
- Escalate higher-risk change activity for appropriate review and treatment.
- Identify operational roadblocks and support timely remediation and countermeasures.
- Consolidate automated and self-identified risk findings into clear, meaningful reporting.
- Partner with Information Security, IT, and business stakeholders in a collaborative, goal-oriented environment.
- Provide professional support for major components of the organization's information-security infrastructure.
- Promote continuous improvement in cyber hygiene, control completeness, and control effectiveness.
- Contribute to broader departmental goals and cybersecurity objectives.
Required Qualifications- Bachelor's degree in computer science or a related discipline, or equivalent professional experience.
- Experience in Governance, Risk, and Compliance within information security or a related technology environment.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills.
- Experience using business intelligence, data-analysis, and reporting tools such as:
- SQL
- DB2
- Power BI
- BusinessObjects
- Qlik
- Tableau
- Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
- Understanding of logical and physical database design.
- Working knowledge of the System Development Life Cycle.
- Experience using Microsoft Office and ServiceNow.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to manage priorities, think independently, and make sound decisions.
- Self-motivated, detail-oriented approach with the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
Preferred Qualifications- Advanced degree in computer science, cybersecurity, or a related field.
- General understanding of Identity and Access Management principles.
- Working knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks such as NIST CSF, CRI, or ISO.
- Previous experience within the securities or financial-services industry
Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRateds Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.
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