Cybersecurity Analyst

Talantir; Waukegan (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Talantir is seeking a Cybersecurity Analyst for an on-site contract role in the United States (Illinois, Waukegan). The candidate will perform cybersecurity risk-based assessments based on the NIST Framework and identify/mitigate threats using industry-leading controls. A cybersecurity degree is preferred.

The role focuses on developing a risk-based security program that aligns with regulatory requirements and protects organizational information and technology assets.

Qualifications

• Perform cybersecurity risk-based assessments.
• Identify and mitigate threats using industry-standard controls.
• Degree in cybersecurity is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform cybersecurity assessments based on NIST Framework.
• Ensure appropriate security products and technologies protect systems and information.
• Develop a risk-based cybersecurity program meeting regulatory requirements.
• Identify and mitigate threats using industry-leading controls and tools.
• Support management in strategies, policy and standards to protect assets.
• Apply technical knowledge to protect company assets.

Skills

NIST Framework

Risk-based assessments

Threat identification

Education

Degree in cybersecurity

Job description

At-a-Glance:

Are you ready to build your career by joining a certified technology solutions and compliance consulting services company? If so, our client is hiring a Cybersecurity Analyst.

Position Type:ContractOn-Site

Required:

Performing cybersecurity risk-based assessments. Hands-on past work experience on NIST Framework. Risk based cybersecurity Threat identification and mitigation activities. Strong Cybersecurity backgroundDegree in cybersecurity is preferred.

Responsibilities:

Performing cybersecurity assessments (Based on NIST Framework). Perform responsibilities to ensure that the appropriate application of security products and technologies are in place to protect the organization s systems and information and enable achievement of the organization s objectives. Development of a risk-based cyber security program which meets regulatory requirements and aligns with industry leading information security practices. Perform threat identification and mitigation activities using industry leading security controls and tools sets. Support management in the development of strategies, policy and standards to protect company information and technology assets. Apply technical knowledge to protect the Company assets against cyber threats.