Cyber Security Analyst

Cybersecurity Jobs; Harrisonburg (VA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 101,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Dental insurance

Employee assistance program

Health insurance

Health savings account

Life insurance

Paid time off

Parental leave

Professional development assistance

Relocation assistance

Retirement plan

Vision insurance

Profit sharing

Job summary

Cybersecurity Jobs in Harrisonburg, VA is seeking a security-focused professional to monitor, protect, and improve the Cooperative’s enterprise security posture. Responsibilities include developing security docs, configuring baselines, and leading cyber safety training; must handle SIEM, antivirus/EDR, IPS/IDS, and vulnerability management.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity or related IT field (or equivalent experience) and may have CEH certification.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity or related IT field, or equivalent related experience
• Certified Ethical Hacker certification preferred
• Experience with Security Information and Event Monitoring and reviewing Windows logs
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office including Excel and Word
• Strong communication and analytical skills
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record
• Ability to work weekends and emergencies when needed

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain security documentation including policies, standards, guidelines, and procedures
• Develop, document, and verify security baseline configurations on Cooperative-owned assets
• Lead and enhance cyber safety training to build a culture of security awareness
• Maintain and manage the Security Information and Event Monitoring (SIEM) solution to monitor server logs, firewall logs, and network traffic
• Administer and maintain the antivirus/endpoint detection and response solution
• Monitor IPS/IDS for anomalous traffic patterns
• Conduct risk assessments and testing of enterprise technology infrastructure
• Perform vulnerability scanning and mitigate identified vulnerabilities
• Assess enterprise business requirements and provide objective security advice
• Maintain, update, and mitigate vulnerabilities within the risk registry
• Coordinate with employees to support an enterprise security approach
• Work with third parties accessing enterprise infrastructure to promote awareness and reduce risk
• Stay current on latest attack techniques and countermeasures
• Assist with special projects as necessary

Job description

Monitor, protect, and improve the Cooperative’s enterprise security posture through continuous detection, hardening, and vulnerability management.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain security documentation including policies, standards, guidelines, and procedures
• Develop, document, and verify security baseline configurations on Cooperative-owned assets
• Lead and enhance cyber safety training to build a culture of security awareness
• Maintain and manage the Security Information and Event Monitoring solution to monitor server logs, firewall logs, and network traffic for unusual or suspicious activity
• Administer and maintain the antivirus/endpoint detection and response solution
• Monitor IPS/IDS for anomalous traffic patterns
• Conduct risk assessments and testing of enterprise technology infrastructure
• Perform vulnerability scanning and recommend actions to mitigate identified vulnerabilities
• Assess enterprise business requirements and provide objective advice on security solutions
• Maintain, update, and mitigate vulnerabilities within the risk registry
• Facilitate penetration testing and follow through on all mitigating actions
• Implement security improvements by assessing current conditions and evaluating trends
• Create, maintain, and disseminate system documentation and Standard Operating Procedures for network and other duties
• Coordinate with employees to support an enterprise approach to security
• Work with third parties accessing enterprise infrastructure to promote awareness and reduce risk
• Stay current on latest attack techniques and propose appropriate countermeasures
• Assist with special projects as necessary

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity or other related IT field, or equivalent related experience and/or training
• Certified Ethical Hacker certification is preferred
• Previous experience with a Security Information and Event Monitoring solution and reviewing Windows logs
• Ability to maintain professionalism and control under all circumstances
• Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record; able to operate SVEC vehicles
• Must become and remain certified in CPR and first aid; skilled in use of all safety equipment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office including Excel and Word
• Strong verbal, written, analytical, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to dissect and resolve complex problems quickly and systematically
• Organized with keen attention to detail and efficient work habits
• Ability to research IT security issues and products as required
• Analytical and logical thinking, with ability to assemble facts clearly
• Team-oriented and able to work collaboratively
• Maintain high-level confidentiality regarding associate, member-owner, and corporate information
• Effective techniques to research and access sources needed to fulfill responsibilities
• Access to reliable transportation to and from work

Technologies

• Security Information and Event Monitoring
• Antivirus/endpoint detection and response
• IPS/IDS
• Windows logs
• Microsoft Office, Excel, Word

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Relocation assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance
• Profit sharing

Reporting

• Reports to: Director of Security and Enterprise Infrastructure
• Directs: None

Physical Requirements

• Participation in SVEC job safety and training programs, including workshops, seminars, and SVEC-sponsored courses and events
• Must be able to use office equipment including telephone, computer, and other systems and related software
• Must be able and available to work weekends, holidays, evenings, and other times outside normal duty hours to assist with service restoration and emergencies as needed
• Must maintain an operating telephone or personal communication device at residence and provide SVEC with ability to contact the manager for routine and/or emergency business
• Primarily inside work; must be able to work up to eight hours per day at a computer
• Some lifting required; able to lift objects unassisted up to 30 pounds
• Some standing, walking, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling at a minimal degree

Job Details

• Location: Harrisonburg, VA (onsite)
• Job type: Full-time
• Work location: In person
• Ability to relocate: Harrisonburg, VA 22801 (Relocate before starting work)

Compensation

• Pay range: USD 75,439 - 100,900 per yearly
• Pay range detail: $75,439.26 - $100,900.02 annually
• Actual compensation within range based on applicant experience, education, and relevant certifications
• Compensation package: Profit sharing