Job Description
Job Description
The Cyber Security Analyst will play a crucial role within a dedicated security analyst team, supporting enterprise security with a special focus on protecting critical pharmaceutical industry infrastructure. Reporting to the Security Manager, this position involves continuous monitoring, analysis, and response to cybersecurity threats using various security tools, including SIEM and EDR platforms. The role requires collaboration across cross-functional IT support teams and offers a flexible work schedule with some remote support and standard business hours.
Responsibilities
- Monitor security alerts using SIEM, EDR, and other tools to detect potential threats
- Perform initial triage and classification of security events based on established procedures
- Escalate confirmed incidents to senior analysts with detailed documentation
- Conduct basic threat intelligence research to aid investigations
- Assist with vulnerability scanning and analyze results using Nessus
- Support phishing analysis and security awareness initiatives
- Maintain security incident documentation and dashboards
- Participate in incident response drills and tabletop exercises
- Assist with access reviews and identity verification processes
- Tune security tools and reduce false positives
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, IT, Computer Science, or related field; or equivalent experience
- 3-5 years of IT experience with exposure to security concepts
- Basic understanding of networking fundamentals including TCP/IP, DNS, HTTP/S
- Familiarity with common cyberattack vectors and security threats
- Knowledge of Windows and Linux operating systems
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
- Willingness to work flexible hours, including on-call rotations
- Motivation to learn and pursue security certifications
Preferred Qualifications
- 3+ years of professional experience in cybersecurity roles
- Experience with SIEM platforms such as Splunk or Azure Sentinel
- Familiarity with Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) tools like CrowdStrike or Defender
- Hands-on experience with vulnerability scanning tools, particularly Nessus
- Strong understanding of security frameworks such as NIST and ISO 27001
- Basic scripting skills in PowerShell or Python
- Exposure to threat intelligence practices and incident response methodologies
Company DescriptionOSS is a talent and technology platform connecting skilled professionals with meaningful contract and project engagements. We handle the operational side, including full project and client flexibility arrangements and support, so you can focus on doing great work. We believe contract professionals deserve the same fairness and respect as anyone else: competitive pay, reliable on-time payment, real flexibility, and a team that has your back throughout every engagement.
Company Description
OSS is a talent and technology platform connecting skilled professionals with meaningful contract and project engagements. We handle the operational side, including full project and client flexibility arrangements and support, so you can focus on doing great work. We believe contract professionals deserve the same fairness and respect as anyone else: competitive pay, reliable on-time payment, real flexibility, and a team that has your back throughout every engagement.