Cybersecurity Analyst

Vantage West; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 58,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Paid time off

401k plan

Tuition reimbursement

Employee development programs

Job summary

Vantage West is seeking a Cybersecurity Analyst to support the cybersecurity program through governance, risk management, compliance, and security operations. The role involves assessing and improving security measures, incident response, and ensuring policy adherence in a regulated environment.

Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in a related field and at least six months of cybersecurity/IT experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in information security, cyber security, information technology, or related field.
• Six months of experience in cybersecurity, IT, risk management, compliance, audit, or related field.
• Experience administering IT security controls in an organization.

Responsibilities

• Supports implementation, operation, assessment, and continuous improvement of cybersecurity solutions.
• Monitors security controls and technologies related to identity governance, access management, and data protection.
• Conducts security incident response activities, including detection, escalation, and remediation.

Skills

Communication

Analytical thinking

Regulatory awareness

Risk management

Cybersecurity knowledge

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Information Security / Cyber Security / IT

Six months cybersecurity/IT experience

Job description

Description

Corporate
2480 N Arcadia Ave
Tucson, AZ 85712, USA

General Summary

The Cybersecurity Analyst supports the cybersecurity program through the planning, implementation, assessment, and oversight of security measures designed to protect systems, networks, information, and data. Responsibilities may include cybersecurity governance, risk management, regulatory compliance, security operations, security assessments, incident response, and security technology based on organizational needs. The role is designed for someone who is curious, analytical, and interested in developing broad cybersecurity experience in a highly regulated environment.

Salary range is $57,500.00 - $75,468.75/annually. Job Grade, E21. Final salary is dependent on candidate's experience and qualifications.

Qualifications

Minimum Education & Experience Requirements

• Bachelors Degree in Information Security, Cyber Security, Information Technology, or related degree or related experience
• Six (6) months of experience in cybersecurity, information technology, risk management, compliance, audit, or a related field.
• To include experience administering IT security controls in an organization
• Must be located in, or near Tucson, AZ to work out of our Corporate Office occasionally

Additional Preferred Education & Experience

• Experience working in a financial service, credit union, or other regulated organization
• Familiarity with cybersecurity and regulatory frameworks such as NIST CSF, FFIEC/NCUA/GLBA, CIS Controls, and/or MITRE ATT&K
• Experience conducting IT compliance assessments (Sarbanes-Oxley, PCI, etc.),
• Relevant cybersecurity certification, certification coursework, internship, lab experience, or military experience preferred

Minimum Knowledge and Skill Requirements

• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Ability to communicate effectively across all levels of the organization
• Knowledge of latest information security trends and standards
• Working knowledge of information security principles, controls, technologies, and risk management practices.
• Working knowledge of information security technologies, governance practices, or security assessment tools.
• Working knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks, regulatory requirements, risk assessments, and security control concepts.
• Good process and ability to clarify objectives, evaluate options, consider implications, assess risks, and make decisions
• Excellent project management, organizational, time management, and problem-solving skills

Competencies

• Problem Solving
• Priority Setting
• Timely Decision Making
• Business Acumen
• Customer Focus

Working Conditions / Environment

This job requires the employee to sit or stand most of the time. Infrequent lifting of up to 25 lbs may be required. Some nights and weekends may be required.

Other Requirements

Must comply with all aspects of the Bank Secrecy Act.

Major Accountabilities and Tasks

1. Supports the implementation, operation, assessment, and continuous improvement of cybersecurity solutions and controls based on assigned area of responsibility.

2. Supports the monitoring, assessment, and administration of cybersecurity controls and technologies related to identity governance, access management, and data protection.

3. Monitors information systems and computer networks for security issues. Documents any security breaches and assesses the damages. Maintains oversight of IT and vendors regarding the security maintenance of their systems and applications.

4. Conducts research on emerging products, services, protocols and standard in support of security enhancement and development efforts. Monitors and evaluates emerging security alerts/issues and makes recommendation to management.

5. Develops, maintains and tests IT security policies and procedures for both internal and external networks.

6. Ensures all new systems and configuration changes comply with security policy.

7. Maintains an active working knowledge on information technology trends, security standards, and frameworks.

8. Participates in security assessments, internal/external audits, network penetration and vulnerability testing utilizing IT security tools and methodologies to ensure compliance with security policies and procedures. Assists with the identification, assessment, documentation, tracking, and remediation of security vulnerabilities, risks, and control deficiencies.

9. Works as a team member of the Emergency Management team to assist in the recovery of information systems and data in the event of a local or organization wide disaster.

10. Tests server disaster recovery plans for procedural accuracy and availability time frames.

11. Participates in security incident response activities, including detection, response, escalation, remediation, and documentation of incidents.

12. Works with Network Technology to ensure documentation of server, applicant and network configuration and topology is current and compliant with credit union security policies.

13. Assists with maintaining cybersecurity documentation, metrics, risk records, and other evidence necessary to support the information security program.

14. Performs other duties as assigned.

About Us

At Vantage West, we pride ourselves on fostering a vibrant learning environment where curiosity and growth are at the heart of everything we do. Together, we are not just building a successful company; we are cultivating a community where everyone can thrive.

• Health Coverage – We offer medical, dental and vision coverage for you and your dependents. Other benefits include: life insurance, flexible spending accounts, pet insurance, Team Member Assistance Program (EAP), and Corporate Care Solutions (Backup Child and Adult Care Services).
• Paid Time Off and Holidays – Work-life balance is a focus with generous paid time off, with additional time given for sick days, paid holidays, and 16 hours of paid time to participate in our community volunteer program. We also offer enhanced paid military leave and paid maternity/paternity leave.
• Retirement Savings – Generous 401k Plan.
• Development Activities – We focus on continuous growth by encouraging Job Shadowing and Personal Development Plans, which leads to a 40+% annual internal promotion rate.
• Tuition Reimbursement – We have partnered with the University of Arizona Global Campus to offer eligible full-time employees 100% tuition coverage towards an online Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree.

Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans Disabled

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