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Overview
Kforce's client is looking for a Security Analyst for a fully onsite contract to hire opportunity in Lenexa, KS.
Responsibilities
- Security Analyst will perform security monitoring and analysis using various tools and techniques
- Identify, investigate, and respond to security incidents and breaches
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration tests
- Recommend and implement security controls and countermeasures
- Develop and maintain security policies, standards, and procedures
- Provide security guidance and advice to other teams and stakeholders
- As a Security Analyst, you will stay updated on current and emerging security threats and trends
- Contribute to security awareness and education programs
- Evaluate and test new security products and technologies
- Prepare and present security reports and metrics
- Coordinate with external partners and vendors on security matters
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent certifications/training/experience in information security
- 1-3+ years of experience deploying and/or maintaining security systems
- Experience responding to cybersecurity incidents
- Experience researching and deploying technology
- Knowledge of security frameworks, standards, and best practices
- Advanced understanding of Confidentiality, Integrity, and Availability principles
- Intermediate understanding of industry standard security best practices
- Intermediate understanding of enterprise level security practices
- Intermediate understanding of network security concepts
- Intermediate understanding of Active Directory deployment and management
- Proficient in security tools and technologies such as SIEM, IDS/IPS, firewalls, VPN, encryption, etc.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
- High level of integrity and professionalism
- Must have excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written skills and the ability to interact well across all levels of the business
- Team-first mentality, possesses a positive attitude and works well with others, encourages team cohesiveness and morale
- A hands-on, can-do, positive attitude
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
Preferred
- Security related certification (Security+, ISC2 CC, C|CT) or other entry level certification
- Experience with Microsoft Sentinel
- Experience with Microsoft Defender suite of security tools including Endpoint, Identity, Cloud, and Vulnerability Management a plus
- Proficient in Microsoft Office 365 suite
Compensation & Benefits
The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.
We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.
Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law. This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.
Equal Opportunity
Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.
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