IT Cybersecurity Analyst

Lucky Eagle Casino - Rochester, WA

Full-time - Entry Level

Rochester, WA

Amusement, Gambling, and Recreation Industries

About the position

The Cybersecurity Analyst is responsible for monitoring, analyzing, and responding to cybersecurity events and incidents within the organization. This role involves maintaining and improving the security posture of the organization by applying a range of technical and analytical skills to identify potential threats, vulnerabilities, and security gaps. The Cybersecurity Analyst works closely with the Cybersecurity Manager and network teams to implement security measures and respond to incidents promptly and effectively.

Responsibilities

• Continuously monitor the organization's IT infrastructure for security breaches, vulnerabilities, and unauthorized access.
• Analyze security alerts and determine the appropriate response, including escalation to the IT Cybersecurity Manager when necessary.
• Respond to security incidents, conduct root cause analysis, and document findings in incident reports.
• Work with the cybersecurity team to develop and implement mitigation strategies to prevent future incidents.
• Conduct regular vulnerability assessments and penetration tests to identify weaknesses in the network and system infrastructure.
• Analyze threat intelligence to understand the latest attack vectors and methods used by cybercriminals.
• Collaborate with the cybersecurity and network teams to remediate identified vulnerabilities and strengthen security controls.
• Manage and maintain cybersecurity tools such as firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, antivirus software, and SIEM platforms.
• Monitor and analyze logs from security tools to identify potential threats or anomalies.
• Assist in the deployment of security tools and technologies, ensuring they are configured and functioning correctly.
• Assist in the development and enforcement of security policies and procedures to ensure compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
• Participate in security audits and assessments to ensure adherence to established security frameworks and protocols.
• Provide recommendations for policy enhancements based on security trends and emerging threats.
• Provide cybersecurity training and awareness programs to employees to help them recognize and prevent security threats.
• Create and distribute security bulletins, newsletters, and other materials to keep staff informed about the latest security trends and best practices.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Networking, or a related field, with entry-level experience in cybersecurity and Information Technology; OR equivalent professional experience.
• Relevant certifications such as Security+, CEH, or equivalent are preferred.
• In-depth knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks, particularly those aligned with the Open Group standards.
• Strong experience with secure network architecture, access control models, identity management systems, and network infrastructure.
• Proven experience in managing multi-faceted IT teams, including both cybersecurity and network professionals.
• Ability to effectively communicate complex security and network concepts to technical and non-technical audiences.
• Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) platforms.
• Knowledge of compliance standards such as PCI-DSS, HIPAA, or NIST.
• Experience in conducting security audits and assessments.