[Hiring] IT Cyber Security Analyst @Imperative Logistics

Role Description

This is technical, specialized work in the research, development, implementation, and administration of all the security components of the Information Technology Department over a complex network. This job description reflects the current assignment of essential functions and is not meant to be all-inclusive. Duties and responsibilities may be assigned or reassigned to this job at any time and may be modified to reasonably accommodate an individual with a disability or for other reasons.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Continuously monitor security alerts and notifications from various tools and platforms to identify potential threats and vulnerabilities.
• Assist in investigating and responding to security incidents, including performing initial triage and documenting findings. Manage annual incident response testing.
• Conduct basic threat analysis and research to understand emerging threats and vulnerabilities relevant to our environment.
• Support the configuration and maintenance of security tools and systems to ensure they are properly tuned and up to date.
• Help identify, assess, and prioritize vulnerabilities in systems and applications, and assist with remediation efforts.
• Maintain and update security documentation, including policies, procedures, and incident reports.
• Assist in developing and delivering cybersecurity awareness training to staff members.
• Support compliance efforts related to cybersecurity frameworks and standards (e.g., PCI, NIST).
• Maintain a disaster recovery strategy and procedures backup plan.
• Software and hardware lifecycle and patch management.
• Monitor and manage the organization’s firewall infrastructure to safeguard network traffic.
• Oversee IDS/IPS systems to detect and respond to malicious activities and policy violations.
• Maintain and update antivirus solutions and endpoint protection tools to prevent and respond to malware threats.
• Utilize SIEM tools to collect, analyze, and correlate security event data from various sources.
• Support the management and security of VPNs used for remote access.
• Monitor and manage email security systems to prevent phishing and other email-based threats.
• Enhance the cybersecurity awareness and skills of the IT Department and all employees across the organization.
• Assist in ensuring the integrity and security of data backup and recovery systems.
• Audit IAM systems to control and monitor user access and authentication.
• Monitor centralized log management system.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Computer Science or related field.
• 2 years experience in a progressively responsible position within information technology.

Requirements

• Cybersecurity certifications such as GIAC Security Essentials (GSEC) or PCI Professional Qualification (PCIP) or similar.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Familiarity with security tools and technologies (e.g., firewalls, intrusion detection systems, antivirus software “Palo Alto, Symantec, Kaseya 365, Microsoft Defender).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to think critically and act decisively in high-pressure situations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly articulate security issues and recommendations.
• Meticulous attention to detail and a strong commitment to maintaining data integrity and confidentiality.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and contribute to a positive and productive work culture.
• Ability to maintain a good and positive working relationship with all co-workers and other contacts.
• Required to comply with all JAMCO’s policies and procedures.
• Ability to follow all rules of telephone courtesy in all telephone communications.

Physical Requirements and Work Environment

• Work in a non-climate controlled environment working closely with others and alone with light traveling required.
• Work involves rotating shifts and working extended workdays outside the regular working hours and on-call status.
• Work requires simple grasping, standing, sitting, climbing stairs and ladders, walking, carrying up to 15 pounds, and light lifting under 24 pounds.
• Ability to see, write, count, read, identify shade of colors, and hearing is needed to perform essential functions.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• 401k + matching contribution
• HSA + matching contribution
• Paid Time Off
• Life Insurance
• Employer-paid short and long-term disability insurance
• ...and more!