Location: Metro Atlanta, GA (Hybrid: 3 days onsite)
Certifications Required: Security+, CISSP, CISM, C-RISC, CISA, SANS (Must upload certifications)
Compensation: 34 USD/Hr + Benefits
Temporary Contract: End Date: 06/30/2025
About the Role:
Join our cybersecurity team as an Information Security Analyst. You’ll work closely with the CISO, leading a technical team to secure our organization’s IT infrastructure. This hands-on role involves planning, implementing, and monitoring security measures to protect our systems and data. You’ll also contribute to developing security policies, disaster recovery plans, and training programs to ensure our Agency remains at the forefront of cybersecurity.
Key Responsibilities:
- Safeguard the Agency’s data and systems by enforcing security policies, managing risk, and detecting threats.
- Implement security measures to protect against unauthorized access and data breaches.
- Develop and maintain business continuity, disaster recovery, and incident response plans.
- Could you collaborate with IT managers, business owners, and vendors to ensure security aligns with Agency goals?
- Monitor security platforms, create reports, and communicate findings to senior management.
- Lead security investigations and manage various security tools and programs.
Qualifications:
- Education: Bachelor’s in IT, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience).
- Experience: 6+ years in IT, with at least 2 years in information security.
- Certifications: Security+, CISSP, CISM, C-RISC, CISA, SANS.
- Skills: Proficiency in security technologies (e.g., VPNs, Firewalls, MFA, SIEM), cloud platforms (AWS, Azure), and endpoint security. Strong analytical skills and ability to prioritize in a dynamic environment.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Familiarity with NIST, FISMA, and CIS frameworks.
- Experience in incident response, cryptography, and data encryption.
- Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
Note: A background check and Georgia tax compliance are required.