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Cybersecurity Analyst
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Cybersecurity Analyst
Duration: 24 - 36 months
Location: Oyster Bay, NY, USA
Client: Town of Oyster Bay
Objectives of this role are:
- Guard all Town data, particularly sensitive information, from both internal and external threats by designing broad defenses against would-be intruders
- Take the lead in day-to-day monitoring for unusual activities, implement defensive protocols, and report incidents
- Collaborate with other members of the cybersecurity team to develop new protocols, layers of protection, and other proactive and defensive systems for remaining ahead of cybercriminals
- Update/Develop/Maintain documentation of security guidelines, procedures, standards, and controls
- Maintain knowledge of current cybercrime tactics
Responsibilities include but not limited to:
- Collect data on current security measures for risk analysis, and write systems status reports regularly
- Monitor constantly for attacks and run appropriate defensive protocols if a breach occurs
- Conduct testing to identify vulnerabilities, and collaborate with cybersecurity team to update defensive protocols when necessary
- Configure antivirus systems, firewalls, data centers, and software updates with a security- first mindset
- Grant credentials to authorized users, monitor access-related activities, and check for unregistered information changes
- Help lead employee training to prevent phishing and other forms of cyberattack
Preferred skills and qualifications:
- Three to five years of experience in cybersecurity
- Deep knowledge of IT, including hardware, software, and networks
- Meticulous eye for detail and an ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
- Strong abilities in critical thinking, problem-solving, logic, and forensics
- Bachelor s degree (or equivalent) in information systems, information technology, or related field
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to work successfully in both individual and team settings
- Ability to think like a hacker in order to stay ahead of threats
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