Cyber Security Analyst

Amicis Global; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 135,000; Part time

Job summary

Amicis Global in White Plains, NY, is seeking a Cyber Security Analyst for a 12-month assignment. You will support processing cyber security requests, troubleshoot and maintain the security posture across related components, with hybrid on-site work.

Responsibilities include implementing firewall and zero trust policies, monitoring logs, ensuring policy alignment with compliance, diagnosing issues, and coordinating with IT teams to mitigate incidents.

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of experience in cyber security.
• Proficiency with firewall platforms (e.g., Checkpoint, Palo Alto, Fortinet).
• Proficiency with zero-trust security tools (e.g. Zscaler).
• Familiarity with endpoint protection tools (e.g., Crowdstrike, Windows Defender).
• Familiarity with Splunk.
• Cyber security certifications preferred (e.g. CCSP, CySA+, Splunk).
• Candidates must be local to the Tri-State area and in W2 tax status as hourly paid employee.

Responsibilities

• Ensure proper implementation of firewall and zero trust policies and rules.
• Continuously monitor firewall and VPN logs and alerts for suspicious activity.
• Ensure firewall and zero trust policies align with compliance standards.
• Diagnose and resolve firewall or zero trust related issues.
• Coordinate with network and IT teams to address security incidents.
• Work with cybersecurity professionals, network engineers, and IT staff to implement security measures.
• Participate in cross-functional teams to enhance overall security posture.

Skills

Firewall platforms knowledge

Zero-trust tools

Endpoint protection tools

Splunk

Cyber security certifications

Local Tri-State candidate

Tools

Checkpoint

Palo Alto

Fortinet

Job description

Job Title: Cyber Security Analyst

Location: White Plains, NY 10601

Duration: 12 Months

Position Summary

Support processing Cyber Security requests, troubleshooting and maintaining security posture of all related components.

Responsibilities

• Ensure proper implementation of firewall and zero trust policies and rules.
• Continuously monitor firewall and VPN logs and alerts for suspicious activity.
• Ensure that firewall and zero trust policies are in line with compliance standards.
• Diagnose and resolve firewall or zero trust related issues.
• Coordinate with network and IT teams to address and mitigate security incidents.
• Work closely with other cybersecurity professionals, network engineers, and IT staff to implement and maintain security measures.
• Participate in cross-functional teams to enhance overall security posture.

Skills & Qualifications

• 5-10 years of experience.
• Proficiency with firewall platforms (e.g., Checkpoint, Palo Alto, Fortinet).
• Proficiency with zero-trust security tools (e.g. Zscaler).
• Familiarity with endpoint protection cyber security tools, such as Crowdstrike, Windows Defender.
• Familiarity with Splunk.
• Cyber security certification preferred (e.g. CCSP, CySA+, Splunk).
• Candidates are REQUIRED to be local to the Tri-State area and in W2 tax status as an hourly paid employee of Service Provider.
• Hybrid schedule of a minimum of 3 days on-site.