Information Security Analyst

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Job#: 3017191

Job Description:

Required Experience

• Monitor network resources for security issues.
• Monitor a Security Information and Event Management (SIEM)system to enhance the overall cybersecurity of CHFS: Data Collection, Event Correlations, Incident Detection, Investigation and Analysis, Response and Mitigation, Tuning and Optimization, Compliance Monitoring
• Investigate security breaches and other cybersecurity incidents.
• Develop an audit to determine whether information systems are protected, controlled, and provide value to the organization.
• Conduct audit follow-up to evaluate whether risks have been sufficiently addressed.
• Install security measures and operate software to protect systems and information infrastructure, including firewalls and data encryption programs.
• Communicate audit progress, findings, results, and recommendations to stakeholders.
• Document security breaches and assess the damage they cause.
• Work with the security team to perform tests and uncover network vulnerabilities.
• Fix detected vulnerabilities to maintain a high-security standard
• Develop cabinet-wide best practices for IT security.
• Help colleagues install security software and understand information security management.
• Research security enhancements and make recommendations to management.
• Stay up to date on information technology trends and security standards.
• Maintain and update relevant system and process documentation and develop ad-hoc reports as needed.
• Assist in the development of security tool requirements, trials, and evaluations, as well as security operations procedures and processes.
• Provide off-hours support on an infrequent, but as-needed basis.
• Work trouble tickets in the ticketing system
• Conduct meetings and work closely with system owners and departmental leads in all business areas where ePHI and other confidential system data is found.
• Assist with continuous monitoring activities documenting within the eGRC tool whether security and other related activities are consistently performed.
• Perform various support activities for other projects including obtaining information and documentation to demonstrate policies, procedures, and
  
  

operational processes that adhere to various regulations, policies, standards, and other compliance requirements.

• Collaborate with OATS Departmental and other cross-agency staff to disseminate and engage appropriate OATS Security Teams for any new projects, tasks, and/or initiatives.
• Lead and coordinate any special projects and/or tasks as directed by management.
• Prepare reports for management.
  
  

Preferred Education & Experience:

Bachelor's degree in computer science, Software Engineering, or a related field (equivalent professional experience may be considered for substitution for the required degree on an exception basis).

Candidates with one or more of the following certifications is a plus:

• Offensive Security Certified Professional (OSCP)
• Offensive Security Defensive Analysis (OSDA)*
• Cybersecurity Analyst (CySA )
• CompTIA Security
• CompTIA Advanced Security Practitioner (CASP
• CompTIA Pen Test
• Certified Network Defender (CND)
• GIAC Security Essentials (GSEC)
• System Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP) Knowledge, Skills & Abilities.
  
  

This is a partial listing of the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the job successfully. It is not an exhaustive list.

• Ability to set the tone for the organization and motivate management and team.
• Understanding of information security regulations, including the Federal Information Security Management Act (FISMA), Federal Risk and Authorization Management Program (FedRAMP), ISO 27001, COBIT NIST, and ITIL.
• Maintaining security, assessing and evaluating security, and doing security incident forensic work. Knowledge of vendors and their products including:
• Experience with Government agencies, particularly the Department of Defense (DoD) on information security matters. Experience with Government Classified systems and the associated security requirements.
• Updates job knowledge by tracking and understanding emerging security practices and standards; participating in educational opportunities; reading professional publications; maintaining personal networks; and participating in professional organizations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.)
• Innovative and creative mindset
• Basic network security knowledge (general principles)
• Excellent documentation and communication skills.
• Ability to organize tasks into milestones and successfully execute to project completion.
• Can work independently with little direct supervision.
• General cyber-security understanding
  
  

Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico. Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click for more details.

Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6 months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.