Cyber Security Analyst 4

$95,900 - $158,000/Yr

Gcom Software

Full-time - Senior

Hybrid

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Senior Cyber Security Analyst 4 at Voyatek is responsible for conducting comprehensive assessments of cybersecurity measures within local networks and government agencies. This hybrid role emphasizes collaboration with stakeholders to identify vulnerabilities, recommend tailored security solutions, and enhance the overall security posture of organizations. The position also involves drafting cybersecurity policies, providing training, and translating technical assessments into actionable insights for decision-makers.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of local networks, cybersecurity architecture, tools, policies, and plans.
• Identify vulnerabilities and gaps in existing security measures.
• Analyze risk factors and prioritize areas for improvement.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to remediate vulnerabilities and strengthen security posture.
• Draft and refine cybersecurity policies, best practices, and implementation plans.
• Recommend effective security solutions tailored to each local unit of government's needs.
• Provide training on cybersecurity topics.
• Foster knowledge sharing and skill development within organizations.
• Prepare detailed reports for leadership, highlighting findings, risks, and recommended actions including prioritization of recommendations.
• Translate technical assessments into actionable insights for decision-makers.
• Advise on strategic paths forward to mitigate risks effectively.
• Establish strong relationships with stakeholders, including government agencies and organizations.
• Facilitate communication between technical experts and leadership.
• Act as a bridge, ensuring alignment between technical requirements and organizational goals.

Requirements

• Bachelors in math, data science, computer science, or related field or equivalent combination experience of education and experience.
• 8 + years of hands on experience as a Cyber Security Engineer, Cyber Manager, Cyber Analyst, or similar role in cybersecurity.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Experience working with and presenting to senior leadership and executives.
• Strong communication skills to communicate with a diverse range of stakeholders and effectively report findings.
• Ability to travel to jurisdictions within Maryland.
• Knowledge of cybersecurity solutions and other common security technologies.
• Experience performing security maturity and system assessments in alignment with NIST Standard.

Nice-to-haves

• Graduate degree in cyber security or related area of expertise.
• Preference for candidates with relevant professional certifications.

Benefits

• Equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, creed, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, sex or gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, disability, genetic information, service in the military, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws.