Cyber Security Analyst

BUSINESS UNIT: PIVOT

FUNCTION: Core Infrastructure

REPORTS TO: Core Infrastructure Engineer

CLASSIFICATION: Exempt

LOCATION: Cedar Rapids, IA - Hybrid with 1-2 days in office expected per week

EDUCATION: Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Security or related field

EXPERIENCE: 5 years’ experience

Who We Are Looking For

CCR builds and delivers innovative technology solutions and products for partners local and across the globe.

We are searching for a highly-motivated, dedicated, and experienced team member who understands the importance of business relationships to deliver our vision. Who has the ability to adjust quickly to changing conditions, relishes tackling challenges in a fast paced environment and delivers results with confidence, collaboration and determination.

Our ideal candidate thrives in an innovative and agile environment, is a go-getter who works collaboratively and partners across matrixed teams to plan, implement and support our technology by developing strong relationships. This role will be responsible for proactively monitoring, assessing and mitigating all security risks across our systems and networks. This will require a deep understanding of cyber threats and vulnerabilities to be able to build out strong security measures to protect our organization’s sensitive information and infrastructure.

What You’ll Accomplish and Experience

• Develop and implement security policies, procedures, and controls to ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create and deploy security solutions that align with business objectives and requirements
• Investigate security breaches and incidents and provide detailed reports on root cause and remediation steps going forward
• Monitor security logs, and alerts to detect an respond to security incidents in a timely manner
• Stay up to date with industry standards, emerging cyber threats, and best practices making recommendations to enhance security
• Utilize resources to create and conduct security awareness training sessions for all team members
• Conduct regular assessment and vulnerability scans to identify potential risks and weaknesses
• Participate in all response, recovery and analysis efforts as needed

Desirable Previous Experience

• Strong knowledge of security principles, techniques, and technologies, including but not limited to firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, endpoint protection, encryption, and identity/access management
• Experience with security assessment tools such as Nessus, Qualys, or OpenVAS
• Familiarity with regulatory requirements such as GDPR, HIPAA, or PCI DSS
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to think critically and respond effectively to security incidents
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams and stakeholders
• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and manage time effectively in a fast-paced environment

Why CCR

CCR is a privately held corporation that was founded in 1986 that provides technology services to large and small businesses nation-wide from our location in Cedar Rapids, IA. Our achievements include:

• Top quartile revenue growth for each of the last 5 years as per the worldwide Service Leadership Index® precision benchmark.
• Nationally recognized as “Great Place to Work” – 8 years in a row
• 10-years consecutively listed on Inc. 5000 - Fastest Growing Privately Owned Companies in America
• 7-year consecutive top 100 listing on MSPMentor 501 internationally
• Nationally awarded Platinum HIRE Vets Medallion (2020, 2021, 2022)
• Finalist or Winner from Technology Association of Iowa for the following:
  • IT Service Provider of the Year (2021, 2020, 2019, 2018, 2017, 2016, 2014, 2013)
  • Top Growth Company of the Year (2017)
  • Best User of Technology (2015)
  • Technology company of the year (2022,2015, 2014, 2013)

Learn more about CCR and our values: https://ccr.net/about-us/

CCR offers a unique work-life balance and environment. Our competitive benefits package includes free daily lunch for employees, gym membership reimbursement, health, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off and paid holidays, a 401k program, quarterly profit sharing, short & long term disability and life insurance and lots of development opportunities to help you grow your professional career.

Learn about our culture: http://reviews.greatplacetowork.com/circle-computer-resources-inc.