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Description
2.16.26: Latest updated description from customer Major Responsibilities Conduct analysis of artifacts to determine methods of intrusion and best course of resolution while driving security improvement Strong Incident Response knowledge and experience Theoretical and practical knowledge with Mac OS, Linux, Windows operating systems and clouds Experience with security data collection, analysis and correlation Well-developed analytic, qualitative, and quantitative reasoning skills Demonstrated creative problem-solving abilities Security event monitoring, investigation, and overall incident response process Investigate potential cybersecurity events across multiple environments using various tools and techniques Development of information security policies, standards, and procedures Strong time management skills to balance multiple activities and lead junior analysts as needed Understanding of offensive security to include common attack methods Understanding of how to pivot across multiple datasets to correlate artifacts for a single security event A diverse skill base in both product security and information security including organizational structure and administration practices, system development and maintenance procedures, system software and hardware security controls, access controls, computer operations, physical and environmental controls, and backup and recovery procedures. Detailed knowledge and experience in security and regulatory frameworks (CRI, ISO 27001, NIST 800 series, FFIEC, SOC2, STAR, etc.) Support inquiries from compliance teams such as IT risk management and internal and external auditors to ensure documentation is complete and processes are in compliance with information security policies Create reports analyzing activities or trends both within and outside of the organization Support the development of security operations detections, playbooks, and automations to ensure threat detection, monitoring, response, and forensics activities align with best practices, minimize gaps in detection and response, and provide comprehensive mitigation of threats Reviews internal logs and alerts to identify potential cybersecurity events. Triage cases based on output from automated alerts, and determine when to escalate to other teams Monitors external service provider activity to detect potential cybersecurity events Analyzes security data from all systems in real time to spot and thwart potential threats, attacks, and other violations Analyzes compromised systems and remediates to a clean state Performs breach indicator assessments to investigate network traffic for malicious activity Assists with internal or third-party employee investigations Assists in the production of various reports which identify and analyze relevant upcoming and ongoing threats to the enterprise Research evolving threats, techniques, tools, and vulnerabilities in support of information security efforts Stays current with information security program developments, industry frameworks, changes in the company, industry trends, and current security practices Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Cyber Security, Computer Science, or related discipline 5 years of experience working in the Cybersecurity Operations or Information Security Relevant technical and industry certifications, such as CISSP, ISSMP, SANS, GIAC, GCIA, CISM, CEH, GCFA, GCFE, GCIH, or GSEC are preferred Experience in one or more security domains including Incident Response and Forensics, Security Governance and Oversight, Security Risk Management, Network Security, or Threat and Vulnerability Management preferred Experience with information security risk management, including information security audits, reviews, and risk assessments Both English and Japanese language skills as well as cultural fluency are strongly required.
Skills
Security, Information security, Cyber security, monitoring tools, triage, vulnerability, incident response, siem, vulnerability management
Top Skills Details
Security,Information security,Cyber security,monitoring tools,triage,vulnerability,incident response,siem,vulnerability management
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Intermediate Level
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Jersey City, NJ.
Pay And Benefits
The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $60.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a hybrid position in Jersey City,NJ.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Mar 9, 2026.
>About TEKsystems:
We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
About TEKsystems And TEKsystems Global Services
We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
2.16.26: Latest updated description from customer Major Responsibilities Conduct analysis of artifacts to determine methods of intrusion and best course of resolution while driving security improvement Strong Incident Response knowledge and experience Theoretical and practical knowledge with Mac OS, Linux, Windows operating systems and clouds Experience with security data collection, analysis and correlation Well-developed analytic, qualitative, and quantitative reasoning skills Demonstrated creative problem-solving abilities Security event monitoring, investigation, and overall incident response process Investigate potential cybersecurity events across multiple environments using various tools and techniques Development of information security policies, standards, and procedures Strong time management skills to balance multiple activities and lead junior analysts as needed Understanding of offensive security to include common attack methods Understanding of how to pivot across multiple datasets to correlate artifacts for a single security event A diverse skill base in both product security and information security including organizational structure and administration practices, system development and maintenance procedures, system software and hardware security controls, access controls, computer operations, physical and environmental controls, and backup and recovery procedures. Detailed knowledge and experience in security and regulatory frameworks (CRI, ISO 27001, NIST 800 series, FFIEC, SOC2, STAR, etc.) Support inquiries from compliance teams such as IT risk management and internal and external auditors to ensure documentation is complete and processes are in compliance with information security policies Create reports analyzing activities or trends both within and outside of the organization Support the development of security operations detections, playbooks, and automations to ensure threat detection, monitoring, response, and forensics activities align with best practices, minimize gaps in detection and response, and provide comprehensive mitigation of threats Reviews internal logs and alerts to identify potential cybersecurity events. Triage cases based on output from automated alerts, and determine when to escalate to other teams Monitors external service provider activity to detect potential cybersecurity events Analyzes security data from all systems in real time to spot and thwart potential threats, attacks, and other violations Analyzes compromised systems and remediates to a clean state Performs breach indicator assessments to investigate network traffic for malicious activity Assists with internal or third-party employee investigations Assists in the production of various reports which identify and analyze relevant upcoming and ongoing threats to the enterprise Research evolving threats, techniques, tools, and vulnerabilities in support of information security efforts Stays current with information security program developments, industry frameworks, changes in the company, industry trends, and current security practices Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Cyber Security, Computer Science, or related discipline 5 years of experience working in the Cybersecurity Operations or Information Security Relevant technical and industry certifications, such as CISSP, ISSMP, SANS, GIAC, GCIA, CISM, CEH, GCFA, GCFE, GCIH, or GSEC are preferred Experience in one or more security domains including Incident Response and Forensics, Security Governance and Oversight, Security Risk Management, Network Security, or Threat and Vulnerability Management preferred Experience with information security risk management, including information security audits, reviews, and risk assessments Both English and Japanese language skills as well as cultural fluency are strongly required.
Skills
Security, Information security, Cyber security, monitoring tools, triage, vulnerability, incident response, siem, vulnerability management
Top Skills Details
Security,Information security,Cyber security,monitoring tools,triage,vulnerability,incident response,siem,vulnerability management
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- US-East: 9am to 5pm EST, Monday through Friday o Hybrid remote and 4 days per week onsite Jersey City, NJ
Intermediate Level
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Jersey City, NJ.
Pay And Benefits
The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $60.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a hybrid position in Jersey City,NJ.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Mar 9, 2026.
>About TEKsystems:
We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
About TEKsystems And TEKsystems Global Services
We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
Salary : $40 - $60