Cyber Security Analyst

$104,000 - $114,400/Yr

PurpleFly Solutions - Cincinnati, OH

Full-time - Mid Level

Cincinnati, OH

About the position

The Cyber Security Analyst role focuses on supporting the IT risk management practice by proactively identifying, assessing, and communicating cyber risks within the organization. The analyst will work closely with various stakeholders to evaluate the enterprise's risk posture and provide independent advice on risk reduction strategies. This position requires strong analytical skills and the ability to foster relationships across departments to ensure effective risk management and compliance with established frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Managing cyber risk assessments
• Evaluating internal operational controls for alignment to cyber risk treatment needs
• Analyzing, framing, and updating threat and risk scenarios for cyber risk management
• Communicating cyber risk to management and designated stakeholders
• Assessing and updating cyber risk appetites for lines of business
• Evaluating cyber risk treatment options and facilitating communication to stakeholders
• Training employees on cyber risk awareness and fostering a risk-first culture
• Adjusting cyber risk scores based on available controls and treatment options
• Creating cyber risk dashboards/reports based on complex risk, process, and control relationships
• Facilitating risk management oversight in supporting internal/external audits and regulatory exams

Requirements

• 5-10 years experience in governance, risk, and compliance
• Job field related certification(s) such as CISSP, CISA, or CRISC (preferred but not required)
• Previous experience as a compliance analyst in a related field
• In-depth knowledge of industry compliance requirements and standards
• Proficiency in compliance management software such as Archer, ServiceNow, or MetricStream
• Ability to accurately complete applications for compliance certification
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills
• Understanding of regulatory frameworks
• Requirements analysis
• Ability to develop standards to maintain legal compliance
• Quality management
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Organization, project management, and strategic planning skills
• Familiarity with process improvement methodology
• Attention to detail
• Ability to embrace complexity

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in retail
• Familiarity with cyber security frameworks such as NIST-CSF
• Experience with risk tools (administrative, power user, user)

Benefits

• Competitive hourly pay of $50 - $55
• Opportunity to work in a growing enterprise
• Autonomy and empowerment from senior leadership