Cyber Defense Analyst

ASM Research, An Accenture Federal Services Company; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 105,000 - 116,000; Full time

Job summary

ASM Research, An Accenture Federal Services Company is seeking a cybersecurity professional to monitor and respond to incidents across the DHMS program’s information systems. The role focuses on implementing protective measures, conducting assessments, and coordinating with IT, operations, compliance, and risk teams.

Ideal candidates have a 3–5 year background in cybersecurity, strong analytical and communication skills, and the ability to work independently or in a team within a fast-paced

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree required.
• 3–5 years of experience in cybersecurity or information security operations.
• Fundamental understanding of cybersecurity principles and familiarity with security tools (firewalls, IDS/IPS).
• Experience conducting security assessments and implementing mitigation strategies.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and work independently or in a team.

Responsibilities

• Monitor, detect, investigate, analyze, and respond to cybersecurity incidents affecting DHMS program information systems, networks, and data.
• Implement protective measures and mitigation strategies.
• Collaborate with IT, operations, compliance, and risk management to ensure policy compliance.
• Conduct security assessments using tools such as firewalls and IDS/IPS.
• Develop documentation supporting data security best practices.
• Support application and server security activities, including identifying web vulnerabilities and secure coding practices.
• Apply knowledge of identity/access management and secure operating environments.

Skills

Cybersecurity basics

Analytical skills

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Associate's degree

Tools

Firewalls

IDS/IPS

Security tools

Job description

ASM Research, An Accenture Federal Services Company is seeking a cybersecurity professional to monitor and respond to incidents across the DHMS program’s information systems. The role focuses on implementing protective measures, conducting assessments, and coordinating with IT, operations, compliance, and risk teams.

Ideal candidates have a 3–5 year background in cybersecurity, strong analytical and communication skills, and the ability to work independently or in a team within a fast-paced