Data Security Analyst 2 (Hybrid) - ZipRecruiter : Job Details

Job Title: Data Security Analyst 2 (Hybrid) Location: Austin, Texas Duration: 12 Months

Job Description

• Assist in analyzing data security incidents: Collaborate with the cybersecurity team to investigate and analyze potential security incidents using CrowdStrike and other technologies. Help identify the root cause, impact, and recommended actions to mitigate threats.
• Support incident response efforts: Aid in the coordination and execution of incident response plans. Assist in incident containment, evidence gathering, and forensic analysis to ensure timely and effective response to security incidents.
• Conduct vulnerability assessments: Assist in conducting regular vulnerability assessments of critical systems and applications using appropriate tools and techniques. Help identify vulnerabilities and recommend remediation measures to enhance the security posture.
• Monitor and analyze security events: Work with the team to monitor security event logs, alerts, and reports from various security tools. Assist in identifying potential threats, security breaches, or unusual activity and help develop strategies to address them.
• Collaborate with stakeholders: Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to gather security requirements, provide recommendations, and assist in implementing data security controls.
• Documentation and reporting: Contribute to the development and maintenance of documentation, including incident reports, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and security guidelines. Assist in generating periodic reports on security incidents, vulnerabilities, and risk assessments.
• Stay updated with emerging technologies and threats: Continuously expand knowledge of the latest cybersecurity trends, technologies, and threats. Assist in researching and evaluating new security tools, frameworks, and methodologies to enhance the team's capabilities.

• Minimum Requirements: Candidates should meet or exceed the listed requirements.
• Education: Currently pursuing a bachelor's or master's degree in computer science, information security, or a related field.
• Experience: Proficiency in scripting or programming such as Python, PowerShell, or Bash.
• Skills: Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills; strong communication and interpersonal skills; ability to work independently and as part of a team; ability to follow organizational standard operating procedures.
• Preferred: Strong interest in data security, incident response, and threat intelligence; familiarity with CrowdStrike and other cybersecurity tools; self-motivated and eager to learn new technologies and methodologies; basic understanding of networking fundamentals, operating systems, and security concepts.