CyberSecurity Analyst

The Tri-com Consulting Group - Providence, RI

Full-time

Providence, RI

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Cybersecurity Analyst position at the Rhode Island Office of the Attorney General involves supporting digital forensics, threat hunting, and threat intelligence gathering. The role focuses on protecting computer systems, networks, and information through comprehensive analysis, monitoring security measures, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive analysis to identify and categorize threats, including phishing attacks, user events, data compliance issues, and malware attacks.
• Conduct regular audits of user accounts and access to ensure IAM technology and configured controls support CJIS, PII policies, and other regulatory requirements.
• Manage cloud application security including Office 365, G-Suite, and Azure.
• Maintain and monitor the EDR and SIEM environment along with other technologies.
• Prepare documentation on the organization's overall state of security, providing insights and recommendations for remediation.
• Monitor and identify patching requirements for network hardware.
• Foster effective communication channels with team members, sharing critical information and insights.
• Promote best practice security strategies to mitigate threats.
• Demonstrate proficient project management, organizational, and communication skills, both written and verbal.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience with forensic security tools to support detection, response, mitigation, and/or reporting of cyber threats.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in Threat Analysis, showcasing a deep understanding of threat landscapes and attack vectors.
• Bachelor's degree in information technology, cybersecurity or related technical discipline, or equivalent combination of education, professional training, or work experience.

Nice-to-haves

• Previous exposure to Managed Service Provider (MSP), Managed Security Service Provider (MSSP), or Managed Detection and Response (MDR) environments is highly desirable.
• Ability to discern patterns, anomalies, and issues across diverse threat vectors.
• Experience with various industry best practices and standards regarding cybersecurity.
• Experience with log aggregation technologies.

Benefits

• Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer
• Encouragement of applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and military veterans.