Information Security Analyst at New York

Job Description

Blink Consulting is currently supporting a globally recognized, industry leading mass media organization in the New York area looking to hire an Information Security Analyst for a 3 month contract to hire engagement.  This position is responsible for designing and implementing analytic methods to identify potential malicious activity on company networks and systems, evolving the use of threat intelligence within the company, as well as supporting internal investigations and forensics. 

Job Function

• Develop and implement analytic strategies for detecting malicious activity on company systems and networks.
• Work with company IT and information security organizations to evolve and manage analysis systems and architecture.
• Conduct investigation of unusual or anomalous activity on company systems and networks.
• Support forensic, data preservation, and internal investigation efforts; conduct forensic or data preservation activities as needed.
• Develop and maintain security-related scripts, analysis methodologies, metrics, and reporting.
• Develop and use threat intelligence relationship; apply intelligence from sources to monitor and improve company security.
• Stay abreast of current security trends and research and test new security tools. 

Job Requirements

Job Requirement

• 3+ years security analysis experience
• Scripting experience (e.g. Bash, Perl, Powershell)
• Experience with network sniffers (tcpdump, wireshark, ngrep) and other security tools (nessus, snort, etc)
• Experience with forensics tools and investigative processes (Encase, FTK)
• Working knowledge of Windows, Linux and Mac systems
• Possess excellent troubleshooting, problem solving, and verbal/written communication skills
• Ability to manage critical situations, and maintain solid relationships with colleagues and clients
• Ability to anticipate problems, resolve issues and take decisive action
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

 

Educational Requirements:

• Undergraduate degree in related field
• Industry accepted security certifications (CISSP, SANS, etc) a plus 

Country: USA, State: New York, City: New York, Company: Blink Consulting Incorporated.