CYBER SECURITY ANALYST II

Versant Power; Bangor (ME); Hybrid; USD 68,000 - 102,000; Full time

Job summary

Versant Power in Bangor, ME, is seeking a Cyber Security Analyst II to protect the company’s networks and systems. The role involves implementing security controls, analyzing data for threats, and educating staff on security practices within a hybrid work model.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years in information security, experience with AD, Exchange, Windows, Linux, and SIEM, and is prepared for ongoing learning in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Associate degree preferred; Bachelor’s preferred in Cybersecurity or CS
• 2+ years of information security experience
• Experience with networks, Active Directory, Exchange, Windows OS, Linux, and MDM
• Knowledge of firewalls, proxies, VPNs, MFA, SIEM, antivirus, patching and IDPS concepts
• Strong critical thinking and innovative security mindset
• Excellent written and oral communication; able to work independently or in teams
• Willingness to travel for training, offsite work, and user groups
• Identity verification and seven-year criminal background check per NERC standards

Responsibilities

• Monitor networks and systems for threats and breaches
• Analyze reports and data to identify suspicious activity and threats
• Review and install OS and third-party patches
• Document processes, procedures, and indicators of compromise
• Ensure corporate data is removed from universal waste and assist with disposal
• Track tasks in ticketing system and respond to threats in email
• Create educational programs to support corporate security goals
• Implement threat protection measures and security protocols
• Prepare IOCs reports and update security policies
• Develop and implement organization-wide security protocols
• Identify and remediate vulnerabilities on on-premises and remote networks
• Deliver monthly cybersecurity training packages to departments

Skills

Information security

Network security

Active Directory

SIEM

MFA

Patch management

Threat analysis

Incident response

Written communication

Team collaboration

Education

Associate's degree

Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity or Computer Science

Tools

Exchange Server

Microsoft Windows OS

Linux

Active Directory tools

MDM (Mobile Device Management)

SIEM tools

Patch management tools

Job description

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CYBER SECURITY ANALYST II

Bangor, ME, US

Today Requisition ID: 1975

Salary Range: $68,000.00 To $102,000.00 Annually

JOB TITLE: CYBER SECURITY ANALYST II

LOCATION: BANGOR/HYBRID

REPORTS TO: MANAGER, CYBER SECURITY

POSITION STATUS: EXEMPT, NON-BARGAINING UNIT

Be a part of the team that is transforming the power industry of northern and eastern Maine.

Versant Power is building on our 100-year history of delivering efficient, safe and reliable electricity service to customers in northern and eastern Maine. We never lose sight of safety, quality, integrity and innovation.

We are committed to our dedicated people, who inspire us every day to deliver something more powerful than power alone.

POSITION OVERVIEW:

A Cybersecurity Analyst II is responsible for protecting Versant Power's computer network and systems from cyber-attacks. This involves staying current on upcoming IT trends, creating contingency plans, examining data to identify suspicious activity and threats. Analysts are also responsible for implementing threat protection measures and security controls, reporting security breaches, educating the rest of the company on security measures, reviewing computer networks and identifying any potential vulnerabilities, installing the necessary software in order to protect it from unauthorized access, and documenting detections so that future breaches can be mitigated efficiently. In addition, this position is responsible for supporting the corporate mission of the IT department.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Monitor computer networks and systems for threats and security breaches
• Examining reports, data and analytics to identify suspicious activities and threats
• Reviewing and installing Operating System and thrid party software patches
• Documentation of processes, procedures and indications of compromise
• Ensuring that corporate data is removed from universal waste and assisting with disposal
• Monitoring and completing tasks in our ticketing system
• Monitoring and responding to any threats in our email system
• Creating an educational program to assist the company achieve it's corporate goals
• Implementing threat protection measures and security protocols
• Prepare reports on Indications of Compromise and updating processes and polices to evolve with the current threat landscape
• Developing and Implementing Organization-Wide Security Protocols
• Identify and spotlight vulnerabilities with on-premises and remote networks, then work to remediate them
• Updating and hosting a monthly education package to any departments that request additional Cyber Security training

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Stay current on Information Technology (IT) security trends and news
• Work with team members as needed for larger projects
• Develop and mentor co-workers within Versant
• Participate in meetings, presentations, and performance evaluations
• Act as an IT subject matter expert on various business teams
• Engage with relevant user groups
• Perform other duties assigned by Cybersecurity Supervisor

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must have an Associate' degrees with a preference towards a Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity or Computer Science
• Over 2 years of experience in information security or related field
• Experience with computer networks, Active Directory, Exchange, Microsoft OS, Linux and Moblie Device Management
• An understanding of firewalls, proxies, VPN's, MFA, SIEM, antivirus, patching and IDPS concepts
• Ability to think critically and innovatively about the security solutions that can keep data safe while still allowing a business to flourish
• Must have a strong customer service ethic, and the ability to work independently or in teams, with minimal or no supervision
• Project Management experience is helpful
• Must possess excellent written and oral communication skills
• Must be willing to travel for training, offsite work, and user group participation.
• Position requires identity verification and seven-year criminal background check with update at least every seven years pursuant to NERC standards

APPLICATION INFORMATION:

Non-Bargaining Unit, Regular and Term employees who have at least six (6) months satisfactory job performance and attendance records in their current job are eligible to apply for posted openings.
This job description is subject to change at any time.

Versant Power is a tobacco-free, drug-free and fragrance-free workplace.

Versant Power is an Equal Opportunity Employer.