Senior Cybersecurity Analyst

VC3, Inc.; United States; Remote; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

VC3, Inc. is seeking a Senior Cybersecurity Analyst to join the ThinkGard Security department. The role focuses on protecting client infrastructures and managing security solutions. Ideal candidates should have extensive experience with network security and firewall technologies, and a Bachelor's in Computer Science or related fields. Join a committed team that values collaboration and offers significant growth opportunities within the organization.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefit package

401K/RRSP company matching

Opportunities for career advancement

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in information security required.
• Advanced expertise with security technologies needed.
• Knowledge of Application Security threats preferred.

Responsibilities

• Configure and manage firewalls and security tools.
• Collaborate with clients for desired security outcomes.
• Conduct security incident investigations and threat hunting.

Skills

Problem Solving

Decision Making

Self-Motivation

Attention to Detail

Organizational Skills

Verbal Communication

Written Communication

Influencing Stakeholders

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Tools

Cisco Firewalls

Juniper Networking Switches

Sonicwall Firewalls

Fortinet Firewalls

Palo Alto Firewalls

Azure Networking

Job description

Senior Cybersecurity Analyst

Department: ThinkGard - Security

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: USA - Remote

Description

ThinkGard, a wholly owned, but independently operated subsidiary of VC3, is an innovative and growing managed security and backup provider, headquartered in Birmingham, AL. We are seeking to fill a Senior Cybersecurity Analyst with Network Security Expertise role. This is a technical role versus an advisory one. They will be responsible for helping organizations to protect their infrastructure, data, people and customers and will work with the existing management and technical teams to be successful.

Our People:

Our team members are collaborative, positive, and dedicated to mutual success. Transparency isn't just a buzzword here; it's a commitment to open communication, ensuring every voice is heard and valued. Guided by our core values — Passionately Curious, Own It, Go Beyond, and Serve as One — we’re here to create something extraordinary together.

Our Core Focus:

Our team members play a pivotal role in our focus: Serving those who serve with technologies for today and tomorrow that make life safe and simple. With nearly 30 years of specialized expertise, our team goes beyond conventional boundaries, delivering tailored managed services and cybersecurity solutions to our clients.

Your Growth:

We are a growth minded organization that prioritizes development, offering numerous opportunities for career advancement. Rooted in our core value of being Passionately Curious, VC3 offers a dynamic learning environment, emphasizing hands-on experiences and formal development programs that celebrate continuous learning to propel your career forward.

Key Responsibilities

• Understand and follow standards and processes that produce a predictable result for the client. You must be aware of and maintain our standards.
• Expert level skills with firewalls and all associated technologies and techniques such as high-availability, geofencing, DMZ’s, IPS/IDS, best practice implementation, and support.
• Configure, manage, and upgrade Firewalls, including management centers and policies. Today, the standard is Cisco firewalls, but could include others in the future.
• Collaborate with the client and other IT partners on route/switch needs to achieve the desired security outcomes
• Configure, manage and support clients network analytics and network access controls
• Assist with analysis and response to security events from SIEM’s, Network Access Control, EDR, e-mail security, and other security data sources
• This position will be a leader in the development and implementation of zero-trust solutions for our clients
• Responsible for assistance in implementation, and maintenance of security tools and services to ensure confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the company’s information assets
• Assist in conducting security incident investigations
• Assisting in the design, documentation, and execution of security related products
• Assist in identifying current and emerging issues including security trends, vulnerabilities and threats
• Conducting proactive research to analyze security weaknesses and recommend appropriate strategies
• Act as a technical leader for network security solutions, becoming a true subject-matter expert
• Develop and deliver written and oral reports to clients, teammates, and management to aggregate and communicate security information and metrics
• Participate in threat hunting activities and other special projects as required

• Additional Responsibilities:
  • Maintain accurate and real time timesheets, record complete and accurate notes of troubleshooting and communication with clients
  • Receive mentoring and feedback from peers and others
  • Where appropriate, escalate complicated issues to a more senior resource or other appropriate teams
  • Review Tickets with Manager
  • Actively Participate in Team Huddles, L10 Meetings, One on One Meetings, and any other Team Meetings
  • Create and update documentation when changes or occur, or when discoveries are made
  • Attend monthly training & team meetings as required
  • Additional duties as required

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Excellent problem solving and decision-making skills; ability to understand and analyze complex issues
• Self-motivated, detail orientated, highly organized and able to handle a variety of tasks and responsibilities in an efficient manner with a high level of quality
• A Bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, or a related field preferred
• At least five years experience in, information security with demonstrated advanced expertise or experience with security technologies including
• An understanding of current and emerging threats and countermeasures and the organizational challenges to addressing these threats
• An understanding of Application Security threats and countermeasures
• An awareness of information security management frameworks
• Demonstrated senior expertise or experience with:
• In depth knowledge of Juniper/HP/Cisco networking switches
• In depth knowledge of Cisco/Juniper/Sonicwall/Fortinet/Palo Alto firewalls
• Strong knowledge of routing protocols (OSPF/EIGRP/BGP)
• Proven experience architecting & designing networks
• Proven experience with firewall security features (IDS/IPS/ATP)
• Strong knowledge of VPNs (IPSEC/Remote Access/OpenVPN)
• Azure networking
• The ability to influence stakeholders and work closely with them to determine acceptable solutions
• Excellent verbal communication and writing skills
• Ability to present complex or highly technical issues in simple and easy-to-understand formats
• Ability to build strong relationships and influence decisions with internal and external stakeholders
• One or more advanced technical certifications is preferred such as CCSP (Cisco), CyRSA (CompTia), CEH (SANS) or other advanced technical/vendor certifications

Additional information you will want to know:

• Applicant selected will be subject to a criminal and department of motor vehicles background checks and must meet Criminal Justice Information Systems (CJIS) requirements post-employment
• Minimal travel required
• VC3 offers a comprehensive benefit package and 401K/RRSP company matching

Thank you for your interest in VC3. We appreciate all applications; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.