Senior Cyber Security Analyst

BinaryBees Business Solutions LLC; Bloomingdale (IL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading cybersecurity firm is seeking a Senior Cyber Security Analyst based in Bloomingdale, Illinois. The role involves developing security strategies, responding to incidents, and mentoring IT teams. Candidates should have at least 10 years of security-specific experience and a bachelor's degree. Certifications such as CISSP or CISM are mandatory. This position is essential in protecting client information and enhancing the organization's cybersecurity posture.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of security-specific work experience.
• Knowledge of penetration testing, network security, and vulnerability management.
• Experience with security technologies including firewalls and proxies.

Responsibilities

• Develop security strategies and respond to incidents.
• Assist in developing security standards, policies, and procedures.
• Provide mentorship and training to Security and IT Teams.

Skills

Hands-on experience with security technologies

Proficiency with the MITRE Ataman; CK framework

Attention to detail

Experience in threat-led penetration testing

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field

Tools

SIEM

EDR software

Network analyzers

Job description

The Senior Cyber Security Analyst position will provide security strategies, implement security initiatives,

and respond to security incidents. This position helps design, implement, manage, and monitor

technical, administrative, and physical controls to protect the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of

Client information assets. The Senior Cyber Security Analyst will serve as a trusted authority on

cybersecurity practices, policies, and technologies, acting as a liaison between IT and business teams to

balance organizational security needs with operational efficiency.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Collaborate with the Security team, IT Leaders, organizational stakeholders, and the Head of IT

in the development and execution of Information Security strategies.

Protect Client on-premises and Cloud systems, networks, and applications against

all security breaches.

Act as a technical point of contact during security incidents.

Contain, investigate, remediate, and document information security incidents.

Research threat actors, tactics, techniques, procedures, malware, and other Indicators of

Assess, monitor, and report IT vulnerabilities.

Prepare and analyze security reports to identify trends and drive secure behaviors throughout

the organization.

Perform forensic analysis.

Assist in developing security standards, policies, and procedures for Client.

Participate in management and implementation of IT projects and help deliver them on time, on

budget and according to required specifications.

Stay up to date on latest security technologies, techniques, vendors, and make

recommendations to enhance the cybersecurity posture of the company.

Provide mentorship and training to Security and IT Teams.

Some after-hours and on-call support will be required.

SAFETY RESPONSIBILITY STATEMENT

Supports a culture of safety; follows all workplace health and safety procedures. Responsible for safety

performance in respective area. Ensures the implementation of, adherence to, and enforcement of

workplace health and safety requirements. Ensures activities are completed to promote and enforce

safe behaviors by supervisors and employees. Ensures injury prevention efforts are effectively

implemented. Fulfils responsibilities as outlined in the company safety management plan.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Minimum 10 years of security-specific work experience.

Hands‑on experience with security technologies including SIEM, IDPs, EDR software, proxies,

and firewalls.

Knowledge of penetration testing, network security, patch management, and the techniques

used to expose and correct security flaws.

Proficiency with the MITRE Ataman; CK framework and threat intelligence applications.

The ability to identify and spotlight vulnerabilities in on-premises and remote networks,

remediate problems, and prevent security breaches.

Experience with threat-led penetration testing, attack simulation, and red/blue team exercises.

Experience managing a ticket queue, working on multiple issues at once, while providing regular

updates to customers, leadership, and teammates.

Experience with network monitoring and management tools, including network analyzers.

A strong focus on attention to detail, timely delivery, and satisfying user requirements.

Develop and maintain relationships with key business areas and platform owners to provide

ongoing assurance, helping to identify security risks in applications.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Bachelor’s degree from four‑year college or university; and at least nine years of related

cybersecurity experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and

experience.

Must have at least one of the following certifications: CISSP (Certified Information Systems

Security Professional), CISM (Certified Information Security Manager), or CompTIA Advanced