Cyber Security Analyst at ITT Industries Holdings, Inc in Seneca Falls, New York

Job Description:

Cyber Security Analyst

US-NY-Seneca Falls

Job ID: 2024-12673
Type: Employee
# of Openings: 1
Category: Information Technology
US-NY-SF-Main Office-F-58

Overview

Under the direction of the CSOC Manager, this individual plays a crucial role in bridging the gap between cybersecurity, IT, and business operations. This person is expected to be both technically experienced and business-aligned as s/he works with both IT and business stakeholders to analyze and respond to security threats and events.

We are seeking an experienced Cybersecurity Operations Analyst to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for a multitude of service lines within cybersecurity, including responding to security events, cybersecurity tool tuning and management, vulnerability management and threat hunting.

This role will focus on threat monitoring, detection, and response as part of our Cyber Security Operations Center (CSOC). The analyst will play a key role in strengthening our security posture by helping implement and manage security controls aligned with CMMC2 Level 2, NIS2 regulations, and other compliance frameworks.

As part of the cybersecurity operations team, you will actively investigate incidents, monitor enterprise environments, and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to protect critical assets in a highly regulated environment.

This individual will be highly driven (“high motor”), able to balance active priorities, be meticulous and planful. They will be comfortable addressing ambiguity, able to consistently deliver results, be naturally curious and highly accountable, and approach situations in a thoughtful and process-oriented manner. This person will work closely with individuals at all levels of the information technology organization and business partners (executives, peers, staff members, individual contributors, cross-functional team members) to identify risk and compliance gaps, provide guidance on remediation, and provide consultation on adherence to ITT security policy for all aspects of the global organization.

Responsibilities

This position will be focused on security for ITT as a whole, as well as increasing capabilities and posture of ITT’s security.

• Perform continuous monitoring of security systems and data to detect, analyze, and respond to security incidents in real-time.
• Triage and escalate security events and assist with incident handling procedures.
• Provide detailed analysis of malicious activity, assessing the severity and potential impact on systems.
• Use Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) tools and threat intelligence platforms to identify and track potential threats.
• Assist in identifying, assessing, and mitigating vulnerabilities across IT assets, in coordination with vulnerability management teams.
• Recommend and implement security patches and updates as needed.
• Creation of alerts and tuning of current alerts and security solutions.
• Train others on primary areas and responsibilities
• Use Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) tools and threat intelligence platforms to identify and track potential threats.
• Stay up to date on security news bulletins and current threats.
• Analyze network traffic and intrusion alerts; discern false positives.
• File/link analysis and immunization against those types of attacks.
• Support cyber security governance in the formulation of cyber-related policies, standards, and procedures.
• Meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Document processes and activities for repeatable results.
• Rotating on-call will be required for this role.
• Carry a Smartphone 24X7 for the purpose of escalation.
• On-call availability as an escalation point or in critical situations.
• Due to time zone difference and appropriate meeting times, flexible work hours may be required.
• Sitting for extended periods of time.
• Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, and to handle other computer components.
• Lifting and transporting of moderately heavy objects, such as computers and peripherals.

Qualifications

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field; Professional certifications such as C|EH, GCIH, GPEN, or OSCP are a plus. A minimum of C|EH will be required after the first year of employment.

Experience: Minimum of 3 years of experience as a cybersecurity analyst. The ideal candidate will have a broad set of experiences (IT operation, systems administration, cybersecurity, network administration) ranging subject matter areas such as risk identification and management, network security, and cybersecurity administration.

Skills/Knowledge:

• Familiar with common and uncommon security tools and suites.
• Disc and memory forensics experience.
• Experience with SIEM, IDS/IPS, firewall management, EDR/XDR, and vulnerability management tools.
• Strong analytical and technical capabilities and excels in critical thinking.
• In depth SEIM knowledge and usage
• Strong MITRE ATT&CK framework knowledge
• Strong understanding network protocols, threat landscapes, and common attack vectors.
• Scripting for automation (Python, PowerShell, APIs)
• Endpoint and network security tools/techniques
  • I.e., investigating Antimalware or IDS alerts
• Demonstrated ability to write clear and concise technical documentation.
• Ability to multi-task, change priorities with short notice, and effective time management skills.
• High standard of professionalism and ethics
• Comfortable with hands-on approach to addressing complex problems to gain a grounded and granular understanding, make informed decisions and take appropriate actions.
• Ability to be challenged with ambiguous situations; dissect and plan the work that simplifies the work for themselves and others, with a focus on delivering results.
• Passion for data and innovation.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects to completion while maintaining quality standards and project deadlines.
• Understands when new or alternate solutions are necessary and begins discussions with IT management and business/functional partners to identify needed improvements to the solution/service framework.
• Leverages experience collaborating across cultures and organizations.
• High focus on interpersonal and cultural understanding across disparate teams’ work settings by initiating conversations with others.
• Shares information proactively, directs workflows to leverage the expertise of individuals, and promotes a team approach to achieve common goals.
• Leverages existing solutions, knowledge base, and best practices, and works within the approved policy/governance framework.
• Gains trust by listening effectively, being open and transparent, and demonstrating results that the customer, business, or function values.
• Demonstrates a sense of pride in the quality of his/her own work, and a willingness to take initiative to meet the challenges of the customer, business, or function.
• Promotes accomplishments while holding others accountable for results.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Effective interpersonal skills, with a focus on listening and questioning skills.
• Strong documentation skills.
• Ability to conduct research into a wide range of computing issues as required.
• Ability to absorb and retain information quickly.
• Ability to present ideas in user-friendly language to non-technical staff and end users.
• Keen attention to detail.
• Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment.
• Experience working in a team-oriented, collaborative environment.
• Self-directed, initiative-taker and strong analytical & problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work well under stress.
• High standard of professionalism and ethics
• Demonstrate sound judgment.
• Calm and effective under pressure
• Teamwork oriented
• Customer service focused.

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Salary:

$72,600.00

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