Location: Memphis, TN / Remote

Duration: 11-12 months with possible contract to hire

Description:

Education level:

High School Graduate/GED

Must have at least 3-5 years of Security Operations experience as a Sr. Analyst

Primary purpose:

Job duties include implementing security measures to protect computer systems, network, and data, as well as triaging security alerts and serving as an escalation point for the Global Security Operation teams.

Advisors must be proficient in the latest IT and Information Security intelligence including hacker methodologies, vulnerabilities, and exploits to anticipate security shortfalls.

Advisors must be experts in basic IT security fundamentals and be able to quickly master a broad range of security tools.

Essential functions and responsibilities:

Detection, monitoring, analysis, and resolution of security incidents.

Administer and train subordinates on various IT security tools and applications.

Perform analysis of suspected malicious code and other software or programs and provide written or verbal analysis to management.

Lead IT groups and business units as necessary in troubleshooting compatibility issues between security tools and business or productivity programs.

Analyzes client and customer needs as required and provide clear and concise reports to leadership.

Work closely with management on assigned projects from inception through implementation ensuring adequate internal communication and user involvement is maintained.

Assist team members in investigating IT or cyber-security events and developing resolutions.

Provides feedback and suggestions to management to improve IT Security processes and procedures.

Works closely with project managers to meet and complete project milestones accurately and on time.

Additional functions and responsibilities:

Performs other duties as assigned.

Supports the organization's quality program(s).

Qualifications:

Education & Licensing

Bachelor’s degree in management information systems or another related field and be pursuing a master’s degree in business administration or an IT related field.

Experience:

3-5 years’ experience working in a SOC (Sr. Analyst)

7 years’ experience using various operating systems

7 years’ experience using desktop productivity software

Networking background (Network Topologies, TCP/IP, OSI Model)

Access control

Encryption technologies and algorithms

IT Security Engineer Or IT Helpdesk Supervisor Experience Preferred

SPII and HIPPA data protection

Security information and Events Management (SIEM) solutions

Managing networked computers and servers

Researching security threats and vulnerabilities

Threat hunting

Digital forensics

MFA

Leadership

Audit and compliance

Preferred experience:

Experience with Carbon Black Protection or ThreatLocker

Experience with Microsoft Defender and Microsoft Sentinel or Google Chronicle

Experiences with Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning

Researching and advising leadership on emerging security technologies

Software Procurement

CIS hardening

Budgeting

Knowledge of web proxies, preferably Zscaler ZIA

Skills & knowledge:

Ability to work independently and solve problems as they arise

Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with integrity

Ability to continuously learn new technologies

Ability to guide collaboration with team members to achieve goals

CIA triad expertise

Information Technology Security frameworks expertise

Strong written and verbal skills

Work environment:

When applicable and appropriate, consideration will be given to reasonable accommodations.

Mental:

Clear and conceptual thinking ability; excellent judgment, troubleshooting, problem solving, analysis, and discretion; ability to handle work-related stress; ability to handle multiple priorities simultaneously; and ability to meet deadlines Physical: Computer keyboarding, Auditory/Visual: Hearing, vision and talking

The statements contained in this document are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a colleague assigned to this description.

They are not intended to constitute a comprehensive list of functions, duties, or local variances.

Management retains the discretion to add or to change the duties of the position at any time.

As an equal opportunity employer, ICONMA provides an employment environment that supports and encourages the abilities of all persons without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or express, ethnicity, national origin, age, disability status, political affiliation, genetics, marital status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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