Summary

As a critical member of the AmWINS IT (Information Technology) department, the Cyber Security Analyst I is responsible for monitoring and maintaining security systems and responding to security events to protect AmWINS critical information assets from threats and vulnerabilities. The Cyber Security Analyst I is primarily responsible for responding to security events utilizing established response procedures. Although established procedures will be utilized, the Analyst must also be able to evaluate emerging threats and make recommendations for response actions.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

Essential job functions include, but are not limited to:

• Monitor the threat landscape to ensure the organization is current with information on perceived and existing threats to its information systems. Provide notification to appropriate systems personnel as needed.
• Monitor and respond to security events utilizing established response procedures.
• Assist with the development of response procedures and other documentation as the threat landscape develops or as needed.
• Perform maintenance and routine activities on Cyber Security controls.
• Development of automated response processes as needed to improve the efficiency and timeliness of security response.
• Monitor security controls to detect malicious activity.
• Assist with project activities in Cyber Security or cross-functional teams as needed to promote security best practices.
• Participate in security technology evaluations.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Knowledge/Experience

• Principles of Information Security
• Current attack techniques and general knowledge of the relevant threat landscape
• Operating systems security (Windows/Linux), as well as general IT security controls
• MITRE ATT&CK Framework

Necessary Skills/Attributes

• Analyze, identify, and resolve problems using critical thinking.
• Have an aptitude for knowledge and an inquisitive mindset.
• Execute established procedures in a timely manner and escalate issues to senior analysts when assistance is required.
• Organize and prioritize response to effectively mitigate security threats.
• Communicate effectively and be highly collaborative.
• Establish and maintain effective work relationships.
• Exercise good judgment, decisiveness, and creativity.
• Uphold company standards and policies.

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