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Lead Configuration Management Security Analyst

Software Guidance and Assistance, Inc.
Kearny, NJ Full Time
POSTED ON 2/15/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/13/2025

Software Guidance & Assistance, Inc., (SGA), is searching for a Lead Configuration Management Security Analyst for a contract-to-hire assignment with one of our premier Healthcare Services clients in Trenton, NJ . This role will be remote.

Responsibilities :

  • Responsible for managing the identification, assessment, reporting, and mitigation of infrastructure and cloud vulnerabilities.
  • Will have a mindset of a defender and be able to operate in a fast-paced environment working closely with our infrastructure and cloud teams on addressing misconfigurations on Network assets, Servers, and mission-critical business applications.
  • Evaluate and establish information security requirements by researching industry standards, conducting system security and vulnerability analyses, performing risk assessments, and analyzing architecture and platform configurations.
  • Provide vulnerability and misconfiguration remediation governance and operational support.
  • Perform vulnerability metrics reporting for ad-hoc and scheduled metrics report for various KPIs (Key Performance Indicators) around vulnerability management activities.
  • Drive and track remediation initiatives across multiple support teams
  • Respond to queries from stakeholders about remediation and vulnerability assessment results
  • Collaborate with support groups / stakeholders on details about identified vulnerabilities.

Required Skills :

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity or other related field, or equivalent work experience.
  • Proficient in various vulnerability assessment tools such as Qualys, Armis, Microsoft Defender for Endpoint / Cloud as well as Palo Alto firewalls and the Palo Alto suite of security tools, Microsoft Defender for Cloud and Endpoints other identified infrastructure tools is desirable.
  • bility to analyze vulnerability metrics using Microsoft Excel advanced techniques.
  • 6 years of combined IT and security work experience with a broad range of exposure to cybersecurity, systems analysis, application development and / or systems administration and 2 years of vulnerability management experience.
  • Requires Security Certification(s) (i.e., Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), or Certified Information Security Manage (CISM), Certificate of Cloud Security Knowledge (CCSK), Offensive Security Certified Professional (OSCP) or other equivalent recognized security certifications. Cloud certification like AZ-500 Azure Security Engineer is a plus
  • Good understanding of industry standard regulations and risk management frameworks and standards (e.g., ISO, PCI, NIST, COBIT, GAPP, HIPAA, CIS, HI-TRUST, GDPR).
  • Familiarity with SANS Top 25 controls, OWASP Top 10 and / or MITRE ATT&CK framework
  • Excellent communication skills : able to explain complex concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
  • Preferred Skills :

  • Exposure or knowledge of cloud architectures, services, and vulnerabilities.
  • Understanding of risk assessment methodologies.
  • Proficiency in using vulnerability scanning tools such as Qualys, Armis, MS Defender, etc.
  • bility to interpret and contextualize vulnerability data from multiple sources.
  • Reporting and metrics expertise with platforms such as ServiceNow (SecOps), PowerBI, etc.
  • SGA is a technology and resource solutions provider driven to stand out. We are a women-owned business. Our mission : to solve big IT problems with a more personal, boutique approach. Each year, we match consultants like you to more than 1,000 engagements. When we say let's work better together, we mean it. You'll join a diverse team built on these core values : customer service, employee development, and quality and integrity in everything we do. Be yourself, love what you do and find your passion at work. Please find us at https : / / sgainc.com / .

    SGA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of Race, Color, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, Religion, National Origin, Disability, Veteran Status, Age, Marital Status, Pregnancy, Genetic Information, or Other Legally Protected Status. We are committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, and our services, programs, and activities. Please visit our company EEO page to request an accommodation or assistance regarding our policy.

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