Senior Security Analyst

Are you a passionate IT Security Specialist interested in working for a well-established, progressive company that is one of the largest players in their industry, has a fantastic corporate culture, great benefits, and a ton of upward mobility? Then look no further!

Our client was founded in the early 1900s with an initial investment of only $70. That small beginning laid the foundation for one of the largest players in their industry, serving over 155,000 members and generating over $2 billion in revenue.

We are hiring a Senior IT Security Specialist who is highly motivated, a self-starter, and willing to join our client via a six-month contract-to-hire engagement. In this role, you will be part of a small team of four analysts who provide application analysis and support for our client’s core business systems.

You Will:

• Maintains knowledge of current security best practices and works with the organization to implement those that will protect company data and maintain its security environment.
• Conducts IT Security assessments, audits, and testing of internal systems. Provides recommendations and overall enterprise technical security management, and develops recommendations for enterprise-wide information security practices, policies, and procedures.
• Perform analysis of network security needs, contributing to the design, integration, and installation of hardware and software.
• Evaluate products and/or procedures to enhance the productivity and effectiveness of information security across the organization.
• Perform day-to-day operations of the in-place security solutions and implementation of new security solutions.
• Work with other areas of the organization and IT to develop mitigation plans and remediate issues when necessary.
• Troubleshoots network access issues that indicate potential security violations.
• Develop and help implement network security policies and procedures.
• Identifies, reports, and resolves security violations.
• Work with internal and external auditors/examiners to ensure the timely completion of security reviews and that remediation steps are taken in response to any findings.
• Monitor systems for alerts that might indicate a security incident or violation.
• Collaborate with vendors, colleagues, management, and agencies to detect and halt security issues that pose threats
• Monitor and respond to system-generated alerts in adherence to the event management guidelines.

You Have:

• A four-year college degree in Computer Science, Management Information Systems or a related field, or commensurate experience.
• Have at least eight (8) years of experience as a network security analyst or related area within Information Technology Security.
• Experience working with CrowdStrike products (Falcon MDR - Managed Detection and Response, Shield, etc.) in a production environment.
• Proficiency using LogRhythm SIEM, Mimecast Advanced Email Security, and modern edge defense security tools.
• Hold CompTIA Security+ and CISSP certifications. Additional specialized security certifications, such as CISA, CISM, etc., are preferred.
• Possess advanced proficiency in NextGen Firewall administration, Fortinet is preferred.
• Experience with a variety of IT Security responsibilities, including: Risk Assessments, Firewall Audits, Policy Reviews, SOC2 reviews, etc.
• A demonstrated ability to lead technical implementation of security projects across the enterprise.
• Proficiency in performing forensic analysis to determine the root cause of problems
• Possess well-developed communication skills using courtesy and discretion.
• Possess the demonstrated ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Comfortable working in a hybrid work environment and being in the office three times/week in North Charleston, SC.
• The ability to successfully complete a credit check, background check & drug test as a condition of employment.
• Eligibility to work in the U.S. for any employer, as sponsorship is not available for this role.

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