IT Security Analyst ( Remote) Contract Length: 7 Months
Potential Extension: Yes
Pay Rate: $50-$60 hourly W2
We are seeking an experienced Information Security Advisor to join a growing security advisory team that supports enterprise-wide technology initiatives. This role focuses on providing security guidance, risk assessments, threat modeling, and security architecture recommendations across a diverse technology landscape that includes on-premises, cloud, hybrid, and SaaS environments.
This is an excellent opportunity to work on large-scale transformation initiatives, including cloud adoption and modernization efforts, while partnering with business and technology teams to ensure security is embedded throughout the project lifecycle.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide security guidance during the planning, design, development, and implementation of technology solutions.
- Conduct Threat Risk Assessments (TRAs) and threat modeling activities for applications, infrastructure, cloud platforms, and enterprise initiatives.
- Review and assess security controls to ensure alignment with organizational standards and regulatory requirements.
- Perform security advisory reviews for complex applications, platforms, and network environments.
- Analyze security risks and recommend mitigation strategies.
- Support cloud initiatives by providing quality assurance reviews of threat assessments and security architecture designs.
- Collaborate with technology, infrastructure, development, and business teams to implement secure-by-design principles.
- Evaluate existing security solutions and recommend enhancements to address emerging threats and evolving business needs.
- Review vulnerability reports, validate security controls, and assess remediation plans.
- Provide guidance on security policies, standards, and best practices.
- Support security posture reviews and ensure appropriate security controls are implemented and maintained.
- Conduct industry research and benchmarking to identify emerging threats, trends, and mitigation strategies.
- Build strong relationships with business stakeholders and provide ongoing security consultation.
Required Qualifications
- 5+ years of hands-on experience performing security assessments for applications, infrastructure, and network environments.
- 3+ years of experience conducting Threat Risk Assessments and threat modeling across on-premises, cloud, hybrid, and SaaS environments.
- 2+ years of experience in security architecture, security engineering, software development, or hands-on implementation of security solutions.
- 3+ years of experience reviewing vulnerability reports, validating control effectiveness, and assessing server hardening requirements.
- Strong understanding of U.S. regulatory requirements and security compliance practices.
- Experience identifying security risks and providing practical remediation recommendations.
- Strong knowledge of application security controls, compensating controls, and security best practices.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with ServiceNow.
- Knowledge of cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform (Google Cloud Platform).
- Security certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CCSP, CRISC, or similar.
- Familiarity with security frameworks and standards including:
- NIST 800-53
- ISO 27001 / ISO 27002
- ISO 27017 / ISO 27018
- PCI DSS
- CIS Controls
Desired Skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to communicate complex security concepts to technical and non-technical audiences.
- Strong documentation and presentation skills.
- Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities.
- Strong stakeholder management and relationship-building capabilities.
Education
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field.
- Equivalent combination of education and professional experience will be considered.
Estimated Min Rate: $42.00
Estimated Max Rate: $60.00
What s In It for You?We welcome you to be a part of the largest and legendary global staffing companies to meet your career aspirations. Yoh s network of client companies has been employing professionals like you for over 65 years in the U.S., UK and Canada. Join Yoh s extensive talent community that will provide you with access to Yoh s vast network of opportunities and gain access to this exclusive opportunity available to you. Benefit eligibility is in accordance with applicable laws and client requirements. Benefits include:
- Medical, Prescription, Dental & Vision Benefits (for employees working 20+ hours per week)
- Health Savings Account (HSA) (for employees working 20+ hours per week)
- Life & Disability Insurance (for employees working 20+ hours per week)
- MetLife Voluntary Benefits
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- 401K Retirement Savings Plan
- Direct Deposit & weekly epayroll
- Referral Bonus Programs
- Certification and training opportunities
Note: Any pay ranges displayed are estimations. Actual pay is determined by an applicant's experience, technical expertise, and other qualifications as listed in the job description. All qualified applicants are welcome to apply.
Yoh, a Day & Zimmermann company, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
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