Sr. Information Security Analyst

Draper; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 105,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative nonprofit research and development company is seeking a Senior Information Security Analyst to enhance its security posture. This role involves leading incident response efforts, developing security processes, and mentoring junior staff. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in information security, including proficiency with firewalls and SIEM tools. Join a collaborative environment where your expertise will contribute to vital national challenges, from defense to biomedical engineering. If you're passionate about making a difference in a high-impact role, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Workplace Flexibility

Employee Clubs (Photography, Yoga)

Health and Finance Workshops

Off-site Social Events

Discounts to Local Museums

Qualifications

• 5-7 years experience as InfoSec Analyst or in a security role.
• Proficient with industry standard security technologies.

Responsibilities

• Leads Incident Response processes and resolves security issues.
• Conducts vulnerability assessments and penetration testing.

Skills

Incident Response

Information Security Processes

Firewall Management

Malware Analysis

Vulnerability Assessment

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science

Information Security Certifications (CISSP, OSCP, etc.)

Tools

SIEM Tools

IDS/IPS

Endpoint Monitoring Tools

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Overview

Draper is an independent, nonprofit research and development company headquartered in Cambridge, MA. The 2,000+ employees of Draper tackle important national challenges with a promise of delivering successful and usable solutions. From military defense and space exploration to biomedical engineering, lives often depend on the solutions we provide. Our multidisciplinary teams of engineers and scientists work in a collaborative environment that inspires the cross-fertilization of ideas necessary for true innovation. For more information about Draper, visit www.draper.com.

Overview

Draper is an independent, nonprofit research and development company headquartered in Cambridge, MA. The 2,000+ employees of Draper tackle important national challenges with a promise of delivering successful and usable solutions. From military defense and space exploration to biomedical engineering, lives often depend on the solutions we provide. Our multidisciplinary teams of engineers and scientists work in a collaborative environment that inspires the cross-fertilization of ideas necessary for true innovation. For more information about Draper, visit www.draper.com.

Job Description Summary

The Senior InfoSec Analyst is responsible for securing and monitoring Draper's digital assets as well as maintaining the highest level of information assurance across the enterprise.

Duties/Responsibilities

Job Description:

• Leads Incident Response processes, ensuring issues are identified, remediated, and have documented root cause
• Reviews existing, and author additional information security processes and standards
• Resolves a wide range of security issues with architecture, firewalls, electronic data traffic and network access
• Designs and develops new systems, applications, and solutions for enterprise wide systems and networks
• Resolves highly complex malware and intrusion issues
• Evaluate/Implement new cyber security tools as well as policies to enhance Draper’s security posture
• Conducts network or software vulnerability assessments and penetration testing utilizing reverse engineering techniques.
• Perform vulnerability analysis and exploitation of applications, operating systems or networks. Identifies intrusion or incident path and method. Isolates, blocks or removes threat access.
• Performs analysis of complex software systems to determine both functionality and intent of software systems.
• Mentors junior staff, provide development programs for staff and ensure technical progress of their abilities
• Performs other duties as assigned
  
  

Skills/Abilities

• Proficient with industry standard security technologies, including firewalls, IDS/IPS, SIEM tools, endpoint monitoring, etc.
• Knowledge of incident response procedures and best practices
• Familiarity with threat intelligence process and integration
• Highly developed communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills
  
  

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, and/or Business and/or IT Management. Relevant information cyber-security certifications, including CISSP, OSCP, GCIH, GCIA, Security+ etc.

Experience

5-7 years experience as InfoSec Analyst, or a system or network security role

Additional Job Description

Applicants selected for this position will be required to obtain and maintain a government security clearance.

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Job Location - City:

Cambridge

Job Location - State:

Massachusetts

Job Location - Postal Code:

02139-3563

Our work is very important to us, but so is our life outside of work. Draper supports many programs to improve work-life balance including workplace flexibility, employee clubs ranging from photography to yoga, health and finance workshops, off site social events and discounts to local museums and cultural activities. If this specific job opportunity and the chance to work at a nationally renowned R&D innovation company appeals to you, apply now www.draper.com/careers.

Draper is committed to creating an inclusive environment. We understand the value of inclusivity and its impact on a high-performance culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Draper is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, please contact [e-mail].

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Information Technology

• Industries

  Defense and Space Manufacturing

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