IT Security Analyst

Our government client is looking for an experienced IT Security Analyst on a hybrid 9 months renewable contract role in Harrisburg, PA.

Position- IT Security Analyst

Job Overview

A minimum of 5 years of experience is required for the position as well as each of the technical skillsets.

Job Responsibilities

• Primary role is as the subject matter expert (SME) for the management and administration of the delivery center’s vulnerability management program.
• Conduct regular vulnerability assessments and tests to identify security weaknesses in systems and applications.
• Collaborate with compliance teams to ensure adherence to regulatory requirements and industry standards related to security vulnerabilities.
• Coordinate with IT and development teams to prioritize vulnerabilities and ensure timely remediation actions are taken.
• Stay informed about the latest security trends, threats, and best practices to continuously improve the vulnerability management process.
• Prepare and present vulnerability management reports to senior management, highlighting key findings and recommendations.
• Provide training and awareness programs for staff on security vulnerabilities and best practices for risk mitigation.
• Facilitate incident response activities related to vulnerabilities and coordinate with external partners as necessary.
• Demonstrates good judgement and problem-solving skills. Reacts and adapts to changing circumstances rapidly.
• Leverages Commonwealth incident tracking and ticketing systems to receive tasks from other units, delegate tasks to other units, prioritize daily tasks, document actions taken, and the final resolution for tasks completed.
• Provides on call and/or emergency support, including after-hours as needed.
• Adheres to established service management processes and procedures.
• Performs all other related duties as assigned.
  
  

Requirements

• Extensive experience with Tenable Security Center a must. Certifications are a plus.
• Familiarity with DAST tools such as Rapid 7 AppSpider.
• Technically proficient and experienced with Windows and Linux operating systems and system hardening.
• Knowledge of regulatory compliance standards relevant to cybersecurity
• Experience with risk assessment methodologies and frameworks (e.g., NIST, FAIR)
• Professional oral and written communication skills.
• Strong understanding of network protocols and technologies (e.g., OSI Model, TCP/IP, firewalls, intrusion detection systems)
• Excellent soft skills such as listening, presenting, and negotiating.
• Must pass required Pennsylvania State Police background check.
• Cannot have any felony offenses.
• Ability to work remotely/and locally when required.
  
  

Required/Desired Experience

• 5 years of Extensive experience with Tenable Security Center a must. Certifications are a plus Required
• 5 years of Familiarity with DAST tools such as Rapid 7 AppSpider Required
• 5 years of Technically proficient and experienced with Windows and Linux operating systems and system hardening Required
• 5 years of Knowledge of regulatory compliance standards relevant to cybersecurity Required
• 5 years of Experience with risk assessment methodologies and frameworks (e.g., NIST, FAIR) Required
• 5 years of Strong understanding of network protocols and technologies (e.g., OSI Model, TCP/IP, firewalls, intrusion detection systems) Required
• Excellent soft skills such as listening, presenting, and negotiating Required
• Must pass required Pennsylvania State Police background check and cannot have any felony offenses Required
• Ability to work remotely/and locally when required Required
• Professional oral and written communication skills Required
  
  

About Vector

Vector Consulting, Inc., (Headquartered in Atlanta) is an IT Talent Acquisition Solutions firm committed to delivering results. Since our founding in 1990, we have been partnering with our customers, understanding their business, and developing solutions with a commitment to quality, reliability and value. Our continuing growth has been and continues to be built around successful relationships that are based on our organization's operating philosophy and commitment to ** People, Partnerships, Purpose and Performance - THE VECTOR WAY

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