Sono Bello is seeking a dedicated Cybersecurity & Compliance Analyst to join our successful and innovative team. This distinct position places you as the single champion of our security initiatives, supported by a dynamic technology and skilled leadership team. Based at our scenic headquarters in Kirkland, WA, you will have a crucial role in developing and sustaining solid IT security protocols and compliance standards.

In this individual, highly visible role, you'll collaborate with a strong team of IT professionals, our legal department, and executive leadership, utilizing modern technologies and top-notch practices. Your previous knowledge will be vital in protecting our sensitive information, applications, and endpoints (systems and assets), underscoring our dedication to operational excellence.

Directly reporting to the VP of Technology, and indirectly to the Chief Operating Officer, this key position provides notable visibility within the organizational structure. Your singular yet substantial efforts will be essential in driving Sono Bello towards its bold mission, emphasizing the critical role of security and compliance in our transformative journey.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Build, develop and maintain security standards and policies to protect sensitive data, applications, and endpoints.
• Conduct phishing simulation exercises, analyze the results to identify potential vulnerabilities, provide detailed reports and insights to improve organizational awareness and response strategies, and conduct regular assessments and penetration tests to ensure a secure environment.
• Produce plans and reports and present concise PowerPoint presentations/proposals highlighting security and compliance measures to the security and compliance committee, comfortable presenting to C-Suite.
• Evaluate existing platforms, suggest improvements, implement systems to improve security operations, and work with the IT team to provide tier III escalated support, enhancing asset security and endpoint management.
• Create, document, and implement technical solutions using analytical and hands-on skills.
• Monitor and report on IT control and compliance status, design, implement, and oversee the IT controls program, including periodic control testing and meeting regulatory requirements, offering ongoing training, advice, and support to promote a proactive compliance culture.
• Actively monitor the environment and online security resources to identify and mitigate potential cyber threats, and conduct full reviews of the current state, providing recommendations to enhance security measures according to recognized standards.
• Work with the core IT team to implement best practices for patch management, disaster recovery, incident response, group policy, O365, and backup strategies.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS REQUIRED:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or equivalent professional experience.
• 3 to 5 years of hands-on experience in IT Security and/or Compliance.
• Proficiency in building and executing phishing simulation programs.
• Analytical and hands-on project management skills.
• Proficient project management and documentation and presentation skills.
• Acquaintance with IT controls, regulatory requisites, assessment conduction, penetration testing, and remediation.
• Capability to monitor and prevent potential cyber onslaughts.
• Experience in managing compliance against cybersecurity frameworks and evaluating new system and security technologies.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience in executing and managing security awareness training.
• Track record of managing external contracts/vendors.
• Desired Certifications: CISSP, CEH, CompTIA Security , CISM.
• Experience with the Microsoft 365 Defender and Entra ID (Azure AD) platforms

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate as compared to a private office with light traffic and computer printers. Must be able to work from our office in Kirkland, WA 4 days per week.

BENEFITS:

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Positive and collaborative work environment.

COMPENSATION:

At Sono Bello, we believe that our team members are the keys to our success. The compensation range for this role is $100,000 - $135,000, depending on experience. #L1-MW1