Information Security Analyst - Military veterans preferred

Compass Systems


Description:

Job Summary:

We are seeking a skilled Information Security Analyst to join our team. This role is responsible for ensuring the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the organization's information systems and assets. The analyst will develop and implement security policies, procedures, and strategies to defend against internal and external threats, while ensuring compliance with applicable laws and industry standards.

Job Functions:

· Develop, implement, and maintain security systems, guidelines, and strategies.

· Protect organizational systems and data from unauthorized access, use, disclosure, disruption, modification, or destruction.

· Conduct security audits, vulnerability assessments, and risk assessments to identify and mitigate potential threats.

· Evaluate internal operations, processes, and controls; make recommendations for improvement.

· Migrate non-compliant environments to compliant environments in alignment with security standards.

· Ensure compliance with data protection guidelines, industry standards, and applicable laws/regulations.

· Monitor security alerts, investigate incidents, and provide incident response support.

· Collaborate with IT and business teams to integrate security best practices across operations.

Qualifications:

· Bachelor's degree in Cyber Security, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent work experience).

· 2+ years of experience in information security, cybersecurity, or IT risk management.

· Foundational knowledge of CMMC, NIST 800-171, DFARS, and other defense/DoD compliance frameworks.

· Hands-on experience with security tools such as firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, vulnerability scanners, and SIEM platforms.

· Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

· Relevant certifications (e.g., Security+, CISSP, CISM, CISA) preferred.

Physical Requirements:

· While performing the duties of this job, the employee routinely is required to learn and apply new information and/or skills. Must be able to interpret data, information, and documents.

· Occasionally will need to left/and or move up to 10 lbs.

· This is largely a sedentary role; This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.

Benefits:

Compass Systems, Inc. is a profitable, growing company offering excellent salaries and benefits. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and demonstrate our commitment to our employees by offering a competitive and valuable rewards program including:

· 401(k) and 401k Matching

· Medical, Vision, Rx, Dental coverage

· Paid Time off

· Professional Development

· Wellness Programs

· Flexible Work Arrangements

Short and Long-term disability, life insurance and recruitment incentives.

Compass Systems Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and veteran status. Use of any external recruitment or job placement agency is based upon its compliance with our commitment to equal opportunity.

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