Cyber Security Analyst

Sunbird Software - Sioux Falls, SD

Full-time - Entry Level

Sioux Falls, SD

Publishing Industries

About the position

We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Cybersecurity Analyst to join our dynamic IT team. The successful candidate will be responsible for protecting our organization's information systems, data, and networks from cyber threats. The Cybersecurity Administrator will implement and manage security solutions, conduct risk assessments, and ensure compliance with internal and external cybersecurity standards. This role will require working closely with other IT professionals to maintain a secure, resilient, and efficient IT environment.

Responsibilities

• Respond to detailed customer security questionnaires regarding the organization's security practices, protocols, and technologies as part of our software onboarding process.
• Implement, maintain, and optimize cybersecurity tools and infrastructure.
• Perform regular system audits and vulnerability assessments to identify weaknesses in network security.
• Develop and implement security protocols and procedures to safeguard against cyber-attacks, data breaches, and other threats.
• Maintain documentation of security procedures, configurations, and incident reports.
• Respond to and investigate security incidents, providing timely remediation and reporting.
• Ensure compliance with cybersecurity policies, industry regulations (such as GDPR, HIPAA), and best practices.
• Collaborate with IT teams to ensure proper encryption, backup, and data protection strategies are in place.
• Conduct employee training and awareness programs related to security best practices.
• Manage user access and authentication protocols, ensuring only authorized individuals have access to sensitive information.
• Stay up to date with the latest cybersecurity trends, threats, and technologies.
• Take responsibility for leading weekly security team meetings and ensure follow-up on action items with internal teams.
• Assist with disaster recovery planning and testing.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Prior experience as a Cybersecurity Analyst or in a similar security-focused role.
• Knowledge in security software (anti-virus programs, SIEM, etc.), network monitoring tools, and encryption technologies.
• Experience with cloud security and knowledge of security for cloud-based services (AWS, Azure, etc.).
• Strong understanding of networking concepts, TCP/IP, DNS, and HTTP/S.
• Knowledge of data privacy laws and compliance frameworks (GDPR, HIPAA, PCI-DSS).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with security automation and scripting.
• Knowledge of risk management frameworks (NIST, FAIR, etc.).
• Strong understanding of firewalls, VPNs, IDS/IPS, encryption, and endpoint protection.
• Experience with vulnerability scanning, risk management, and security incident response.
• Familiarity with industry cybersecurity standards (ISO 27001, NIST, etc.).
• Certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CompTIA Security+, or similar are preferred.
• Hands-on experience with Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) tools.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Retirement savings plan with company match
• Professional development opportunities
• Paid time off and holidays
• Flexible work schedule options