Cyber Posture & Vulnerability Mgmt Analyst I

Jackson; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Jackson is seeking an entry‑level Cyber Posture & Vulnerability Mgmt Analyst I to identify, analyze, and communicate exploitable vulnerabilities across applications, infrastructure, and platforms. You will work independently and with Information Security and IT to drive risk‑based security decisions.

The role emphasizes continuous monitoring of vulnerabilities, attack techniques, and threat intelligence to inform remediation priorities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent work experience.
• 1+ years increasing responsibility in IT or information security.
• Experience with vulnerability assessments and security monitoring.

Responsibilities

• Perform targeted vulnerability assessments across internal and external environments.
• Analyze and document vulnerability findings, including severity, exploitability, and remediation.
• Produce timely reports to support risk management decisions and remediation prioritization.
• Monitor emerging vulnerabilities and threat trends and evaluate potential impact to security operations.
• Collaborate with Information Security and IT teams to support coordinated remediation efforts.
• Support Cyber Threat Intelligence activities by incorporating threat intelligence into analyses.
• Participate in remediation activities including validation and assurance testing.
• Assist with penetration testing and other security assessments as required.
• Operate, maintain, and support vulnerability tools per standards and best practices.
• Contribute to security initiatives and projects improving cyber posture.
• Research emerging technologies to ensure effective assessment of new platforms.
• Collect and report vulnerability and security metrics.

Skills

Vulnerability assessment

Penetration testing

Security audits

Cloud platforms

Threat intelligence

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Collaboration

Confidentiality

Education

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent

Tools

Tenable

Qualys

Tanium

Job description

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Job Purpose

The Cyber Posture & Vulnerability Mgmt. Analyst I, provides advanced technical expertise to identify, analyze, and communicate exploitable vulnerabilities across applications, infrastructure, and technology platforms. This role maintains continuous awareness of emerging vulnerabilities, attacker techniques, and threat intelligence to proactively inform risk based security decisions. The Analyst delivers clear, actionable vulnerability assessments that translate technical findings into business relevant risk, including impact analysis and prioritized remediation recommendations. Working both independently and in close collaboration with Information Security and Information Technology teams, this role supports the continuous improvement of the organization's cyber posture and alignment of security initiatives with business objectives.

Essential Responsibilities

• Perform targeted vulnerability assessments across internal and external environments, including applications, systems, and network platforms.
• Analyze and document vulnerability findings, clearly articulating severity, exploitability, potential business impact, and recommended remediation or mitigation strategies.
• Produce timely, accurate reporting to support risk management decisions and remediation prioritization.
• Monitor emerging vulnerabilities, attacker techniques, and threat trends, and evaluate potential impact to Security Operations, Incident Response, and related security functions.
• Collaborate with Information Security, Risk Management, Security Architecture, and Information Technology teams to support coordinated vulnerability management and remediation efforts.
• Support Cyber Threat Intelligence (CTI) activities by incorporating threat intelligence into vulnerability analysis and reporting.
• Participate in vulnerability remediation activities, including validation and assurance testing to confirm effective risk reduction.
• Assist with penetration testing, red team, purple team, and other security assessment activities as required.
• Operate, maintain, and support vulnerability assessment tools in accordance with established standards, procedures, and best practices.
• Contribute to security initiatives and projects aimed at enhancing the organization’s overall cyber posture.
• Research emerging technologies, architectures, and frameworks to ensure effective security assessment of newly adopted platforms and services.
• Collect, maintain, and report vulnerability and security metrics as assigned.
• Adhere to Information Security policies, standards, and procedures.
• Participate in a rotating on‑call schedule to support operational requirements.

Other Duties

• Extended hours, including on‑call may be required.
• Performs other duties and/or projects as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Working knowledge of vulnerability assessment methodologies, penetration testing techniques, and security audit practices.
• Experience performing network‑and asset‑based vulnerability scanning and assessment activities.
• Familiarity with one or more cloud platforms, such as AWS, Microsoft Azure, or Google Cloud Platform (GCP).
• Proficiency with common vulnerability management tools and frameworks, including Tenable, Qualys, and Tanium.
• Understanding of the Confidentiality, Integrity, and Availability (CIA) triad and its application to data and systems.
• Strong analytical, critical‑thinking, and troubleshooting skills, with the ability to assess technical issues and risk implications.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex technical concepts clearly to diverse audiences.
• Demonstrated interpersonal and collaboration skills, including the ability to work independently and as part of cross‑functional teams.
• Experience contributing to or leading projects and coordinated team activities.
• Proven ability to handle sensitive information and maintain strict confidentiality related to security matters.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent work experience required.
• 1+ years increasing responsibility in Information Technology or Information Security required.

Jackson is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. The Company subscribes to and endorses federal and state laws and regulations relating to equal employment opportunity for all persons without regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, legally-recognized disability, marital status, legally-protected medical condition, citizenship, ancestry, height, weight, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other factor not related to the needs of the job. The Company is committed to a policy of equal opportunity. Company facilities and campuses are tobacco-free environments.