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viva

Cybersecurity Analyst

viva
Lake Forest, IL $17 - $22/hr Full time Posted 3h ago
Data Security Identity and Access Management Information Security InfoSec Nist Cybersecurity Framework Risk Assessments Risk Governance Risk Management Security Compliance Security Standards Threat Assessment Threat Modeling
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Job Description

Viva offers an onsite Cybersecurity Analyst role in Lake Forest, IL with a competitive hourly pay range of USD 17 - 22 and a daytime schedule. This position emphasizes risk-based assessments aligned to the NIST Cybersecurity Framework, threat modeling, and vulnerability management, with a focus on continuously improving cybersecurity strategies, policies, and standards. A Master’s degree in Cybersecurity is preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Perform risk-based cybersecurity assessments using the NIST Cybersecurity Framework
  • Conduct Threat Modeling to identify and evaluate cybersecurity risks
  • Review vulnerability information and assess risk impact, exploitability, and residual risk
  • Maintain and update vulnerability risk registers and risk treatment documentation
  • Evaluate the adequacy of existing security controls (eg, access controls, encryption, vulnerability management, logging) as part of assessments
  • Document assessment results clearly and support risk-based decision making
  • Collaborate with system owners and stakeholders to gather evidence and clarify system context
  • Support management in the continuous improvement of cybersecurity strategies, policies, and standards to safeguard company information, systems, and technology assets

Requirements

  • Proven experience with a wide range of information security processes and principles, including risk assessments, threat modeling, risk analysis, and defense in depth
  • Practical understanding of NIST CSF, NIS2 EU Directive and risk-based security principles
  • Strong capability in identifying, analyzing, and mitigating cybersecurity threats using a risk driven approach
  • Solid and broad cybersecurity background, including strong knowledge of regulatory requirements and industry best practices
  • Strong analytical, communication and documentation skills, with ability to collaborate effectively with diverse teams
  • Self-driven and proactive, with a demonstrated ability to take initiative and work independently
  • Experience using Microsoft Office 365 tools, including Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Power BI

Technologies

  • NIST Cybersecurity Framework
  • NIS2 EU Directive
  • Microsoft Office 365
  • Excel
  • PowerPoint
  • Word
  • Power BI

Location and Schedule

Location: Lake Forest, IL onsite

Schedule: 8:00am - 4:30pm

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