Sr. Cybersecurity Analyst

The Norland Group - San Jose, CA

Full-time - Mid Level

San Jose, CA

Administrative and Support Services

About the position

The Senior Cybersecurity Analyst will play a crucial role in the cybersecurity team, focusing on monitoring, analyzing, and responding to security threats. This position requires practical knowledge of various security frameworks and involves tasks such as threat hunting and vulnerability management. The role is hybrid, requiring onsite work at the San Jose headquarters three days a week, with flexibility for remote work.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyze security event logs from various sources to identify potential security threats.
• Conduct in-depth analysis of security incidents to determine root cause and recommend remediation steps.
• Develop and implement DLP policies and procedures to protect sensitive data from unauthorized access or exfiltration.
• Perform regular vulnerability scans using tools such as Tenable and Rapid7 Insight VM to identify potential vulnerabilities in the organization's network infrastructure.
• Prioritize remediation efforts based on risk assessment and business impact.
• Coordinate remediation efforts with IT teams to ensure timely patching of identified vulnerabilities.
• Conduct threat hunting activities using different tools including SIEM, EDR, and CASB to proactively identify potential threats that may have evaded traditional security controls.
• Monitor network traffic, detect anomalies, and respond to potential security threats using advanced security tools and technologies.
• Collaborate with the team to respond quickly and effectively in the event of a security breach or incident.
• Develop and maintain documentation on cybersecurity processes, procedures, and best practices.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Assurance, or related field; Master's degree preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in a cybersecurity role with a focus on threat analysis, incident response, vulnerability management, or DLP monitoring.
• Proven experience with DLP solutions such as Symantec Data Loss Prevention (DLP), Netskope DLP, Endpoint Protector or similar technologies.
• Experience with vulnerability management tools such as Tenable or Rapid 7 Insight VM is required; knowledge of other scanning tools is a plus.
• Utilize Network Detection and Response (NDR) tools to monitor network traffic, detect anomalies, and respond to potential security threats.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience or knowledge in NDR tools is preferred.
• Strong interpersonal skills and adaptability to diverse global norms.
• Curiosity and resilience in approaching challenges.
• Collaborative mindset with a focus on building relationships.
• Innovative and creative thinking to explore new ideas.