IT Security Analyst

Akkodis; Quincy (MA); Hybrid; USD 75,768 - 82,656; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401K plan

Paid Sick Leave

Job summary

A leading technology recruitment firm is seeking an IT Security Analyst for a contract position in Quincy, MA. The role involves implementing security measures for cloud applications, integrating security tools into the SDLC, and producing educational materials. Candidates should have at least 3 years of experience in security roles and a strong understanding of AWS security practices. This position offers competitive pay and a hybrid work model.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in application and infrastructure security roles.
• Strong technical knowledge of internet security issues and cloud architectures.
• Professional security certification such as CompTIA Security+ is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist in implementing a robust MMIS security posture for cloud migration.
• Participate in integrating security tools into the software development lifecycle.
• Produce developer documentation and educational materials on application security.

Skills

AWS Security Implementation

DevOps Practices

Web and API Development

Cloud Security Knowledge

Threat Landscape Knowledge

Education

Associate Degree in Computer Science

Professional Security Certification

Tools

AWS Security Tools

GitLab

ISO 27001 Standards

Job description

This range is provided by Akkodis. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$55.00/hr - $60.00/hr

Direct message the job poster from Akkodis

Sr. Recruiter - GRC (Global Recruitment Center) at Akkodis

Akkodis is seeking an IT Security Analyst for a Contract position with a client located in Quincy, MA.

Rate Range: $55-$60/hr on W2 without benefits, The rate may be negotiable based on experience, education, geographic location, and other factors

Title: IT Security Analyst

Job Types: 6+ Months Contract

Location: Quincy, MA (Hybrid 2-3 days onsite)

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist in efforts to implement a robust MMIS security posture as the MMIS system migrates to the AWS cloud datacenter and beyond.
• Participate in efforts to integrate Static Application Security, Dynamic Application Security and Software Composition Analysis Tools (SAST, DAST & SCA) into MMIS Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) emphasizing “Shift Left” early detection and remediation of potential threats and vulnerabilities, and automation, and process integration.
• Participate in efforts to implement security standards and secure common frameworks.
• Participate in efforts to produce developer documentation and educational materials as well as create and update learning resources for application security.
• Participate in efforts to present and explain threat modelling; as well as institute risk detection and risk mitigation strategies to business and IT stakeholders (including leadership) and effectively defend recommendations, where necessary.
• Participate in efforts to define MMIS technical security software environment requirements.

Preferred Skills and Abilities:

• Extensive hands-on experience with implementing security best practices for AWS cloudhosted applications including the appropriate utilization of AWS security and monitoring tools and resources.
• Experience with DevOps practices and Continuous Integration/Continuous Development(CI/CD) using GitLab and pipelines.
• Experience with web and API development technologies.
• Knowledge of current development practices, including containerized applications, microservice architectures, serverless architectures, etc.
• Experience with Medicaid systems or in IT healthcare settings desired.

Required Experience:

• 3+ years of experience working in application and infrastructure security roles.
• Strong technical knowledge of internet security issues, cloud architectures, and threat landscape.
• Strong technical understanding of application and cloud security threats and vulnerabilities, including Common Vulnerabilities & Exposures (CVE), Common Weakness Enumeration (CWE), OWASP top 10, SANS top 25, etc.
• Extensive knowledge of and experience with security standards such as NIST- 800-53, FEDRamp, and ISO 27xxx.
• Strong understanding of AWS networking and security tools and resources.
• Strong technical knowledge of AWS security and network management tools and resources.
• Strong background in web application development and/or code auditing.

Education and Certifications:

• Associate degree in Computer Science, Information Systems/Technology, Business GIAC GSEC or GWEB, or other similar credentials a plus, Administration, or other related field, or equivalent work experience.
• Professional security certification: CompTIA Security+, AWS Security Specialty, (ISC)2 CCSP

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, an EAP program, commuter benefits, and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable. Disclaimer: These benefit offerings do not apply to client-recruited jobs and jobs that are direct hires to a client.

To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please visit https://www.akkodis.com/en/privacy-policy.

The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

· The California Fair Chance Act

· Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance

· Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers

· San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Contract

Job function

• Job function

  Analyst

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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