Cybersecurity Analyst

Insight Global; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Piedmont Healthcare is seeking a Cybersecurity Analyst to support security initiatives, protect enterprise systems and data, and collaborate with both technical teams and business stakeholders. The role spans security operations, threat detection, vulnerability management, governance, risk, and data protection, offering exposure to a wide range of cybersecurity disciplines.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years in cybersecurity, an investigative mindset, strong communication skills, and the ability

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in cybersecurity or related field.
• Experience investigating security alerts and events.
• Experience with SIEM, monitoring, and alerting tools.
• Exposure to vulnerability management platforms (e.g., Rapid7).
• Understanding of cybersecurity principles, threat detection, and risk management.
• Knowledge of networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, ports, protocols).
• Familiarity with frameworks such as NIST, HITRUST, ISO 27001.
• Cybersecurity certifications such as Security+, CySA+, CISSP, or GCIH.

Responsibilities

• Monitor, investigate, and triage cybersecurity alerts and incidents.
• Participate in threat detection, incident response, and malware investigations.
• Analyze security logs and alerts using SIEM platforms.
• Support vulnerability management and remediation efforts.
• Assist with data protection and DLP initiatives.
• Partner with infra, network, and business teams to improve security posture.
• Support risk assessments, security reviews, and compliance activities.
• Document investigations, findings, remediation, and recommendations.
• Help develop cybersecurity metrics and awareness communications.
• Participate in stakeholder meetings and security projects.
• Stay current on threats and best practices.

Skills

Security operations

Incident response

Threat detection

Log analysis

SIEM

Vulnerability management

GRC awareness

Networking basics

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

LogRhythm

Splunk

Microsoft Sentinel

QRadar

Rapid7

Job description

Job Description

Piedmont Healthcare is seeking a Cybersecurity Analyst to support the organization's cybersecurity initiatives by helping protect enterprise systems, sensitive data, and critical business operations. This individual will work across security operations, threat detection, vulnerability management, governance, risk, and data protection efforts while partnering with both technical teams and business stakeholders. The ideal candidate possesses a strong cybersecurity foundation, an investigative mindset, excellent communication skills, and the ability to independently drive initiatives forward. This role offers exposure to a wide range of cybersecurity disciplines and is well-suited for someone who enjoys both technical problem solving and cross-functional collaboration.

• Monitor, investigate, and triage cybersecurity alerts and security incidents.
• Participate in threat detection, incident response, and malware investigations.
• Analyze security logs and alerts using SIEM and monitoring platforms.
• Support vulnerability management efforts, including evaluating findings and assisting with remediation activities.
• Assist with data protection, Data Loss Prevention (DLP), and cybersecurity governance initiatives.
• Partner with infrastructure, network, architecture, and business teams to strengthen the organization's security posture.
• Support risk assessments, security reviews, and compliance-related activities.
• Document investigations, findings, remediation efforts, and security recommendations.
• Help develop and communicate cybersecurity metrics, project updates, and security awareness efforts.
• Participate in stakeholder meetings and contribute to cybersecurity projects and initiatives.
• Stay current on emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and cybersecurity best practices.

Skills and Requirements

• 3+ years of experience in cybersecurity, information security, security operations, governance, risk, or a related field.
• Bachelors degree
• Experience investigating security alerts, incidents, or cybersecurity events.
• Experience working with SIEM, security monitoring, or alerting tools.
• Exposure to vulnerability management platforms such as Rapid7 or similar solutions.
• Understanding of cybersecurity principles, threat detection, incident response, and risk management.
• Working knowledge of networking fundamentals, including TCP/IP, ports, protocols, and traffic analysis.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with LogRhythm, Splunk, Microsoft Sentinel, QRadar, or similar SIEM solutions.
• Experience with data governance, DLP, or data protection initiatives.
• Experience in healthcare or other highly regulated environments.
• Exposure to governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) programs.
• Familiarity with security frameworks such as NIST, HITRUST, or ISO 27001.
• Cybersecurity certifications such as Security+, CySA+, CISSP, GCIH, or equivalent.

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request to [e-mail].