Security Analyst

Security Analyst position at Goodwin Procter LLP in Los Angeles, CA (onsite), offering USD 103,700 - 178,900 per year.

Responsibilities

• Identify emerging threats to IT systems and develop rules to detect, prevent, and remediate.
• Expand security auditing and ensure ongoing proper operation of security tooling.
• Provide internal information security consulting for business and IT initiatives, including identifying, documenting, and implementing secure configurations and architectures.
• Assist in creating and maintaining security policies, standards, guidelines, and other documentation for IT and business audiences.
• Maintain monthly security metrics to ensure service levels are met.
• Support the incident response lifecycle from identification through triage, remediation and communications during security incidents and malware infections.
• Monitor for new vulnerabilities, malware, breaches, and industry news with potential impact on the firm.
• Oversee vulnerability management, including identification, rating, remediation, and monitoring.
• Provide coverage for approvals and notifications to other IT groups for time sensitive operations such as firewall changes, password reset approvals, and application vetting.
• Assist in automating security processes, integrating security platforms, and building tools.
• Continuously review access controls by investigating improper access, revoking access, reporting violations, monitoring requests, and recommending improvements.
• Provide technical leadership for incident response capabilities, including malware analysis, breach investigations, and remediation efforts.
• Create internal training materials and resources to advance information security across the firm.
• Stay current with industry trends and recommend improvements to the firm’s technology landscape.
• Participate in or manage cross functional projects to implement new or updated technology.
• Cross-train IT staff in security best practices and the use or maintenance of security technologies.
• Manage small projects effectively.
• Demonstrate professionalism and high quality service to internal teams, clients, and vendors via multiple channels.
• Share information security knowledge with other IT staff and business units.
• Take on additional responsibilities as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent
• Minimum of three years of experience as an Information Security Analyst
• CISSP or equivalent preferred
• Strong expertise in IT security frameworks and solutions
• Active participation in IT security forums inside or outside of the legal industry
• Excellent technical communication skills and ability to convey complex information across the organization
• Operating knowledge of security configurations for one or more of the following products:
  • SIEM: Splunk, Sentinel
  • Firewalls: Cisco, Palo Alto Networks
  • IDS/IPS: Cisco, Palo Alto Networks
  • NAC: Cisco, Aruba
  • Vulnerability Management: Tenable, Rapid7
  • Programming Languages: Python, PowerShell, Node.js
  • Security Automation: LogicApps, Power Automate, Splunk
  • Cloud platforms: Azure, AWS
  • Operating systems: Windows, Mac, Linux
  • Browser security: Edge, Chrome
• Ability to learn new technologies and security features
• Excellent analytical, problem solving and troubleshooting skills
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal, communication and customer service skills
• Knowledge of ITIL Service Management principles
• Travel required: 1 week per quarter

Technologies

• Splunk
• Sentinel
• Cisco
• Palo Alto Networks
• Aruba
• Tenable
• Rapid7
• Python
• Powershell
• Node.js
• LogicApps
• Power Automate
• Azure
• AWS
• Windows
• Mac
• Linux
• Edge
• Chrome

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Life and disability insurance
• Retirement and savings plan
• Emergency back-up child and adult care
• Paid vacation, sick time off, and holidays
• Professional development and career advancement opportunities
• Employee recognition and reward programs
• Employee wellness and assistance programs
• Employee discounts and perks