Lead Cybersecurity Analyst, Operations & Response

Job Description

Company: Staff

Location: Washington, US

As a member of the Information Services Department, the Lead Cybersecurity Analyst, Operations & Response plays a pivotal role in enhancing and executing the Firm’s Cybersecurity Operations & Response program. This position is key in overseeing security operations, incident response measures, and threat and vulnerability management initiatives to safeguard the Firm’s systems, applications, and data against cyber threats.

Essential Functions:
• Drive the daily operations and implementation of the Firm’s Cybersecurity Operations & Response program.
• Contribute to the management and ongoing enhancement of the Firm’s threat and vulnerability management program.
• Create, update, and maintain relevant playbooks, policies, standards, and procedural documentation.
• Engage in cyber incident response activities, including investigation, containment, remediation, and recovery efforts.
• Act as a primary resource for security operations monitoring and incident triage activities.
• Conduct threat and vulnerability assessments and support remediation efforts to ensure systems are defended against known and emerging threats.
• Oversee security tools and alerts to identify, analyze, and escalate potential security incidents.
• Develop and disseminate reports and metrics on security operations, incidents, vulnerabilities, and overall program effectiveness.
• Collaborate with internal teams and third-party providers to promote security initiatives and operational enhancements.
• Participate in an on-call rotation to respond to cybersecurity incidents and operational concerns outside of regular business hours, as needed.

Additional Functions:
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications (Experience, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities):
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in information security or equivalent work experience required.
• Experience: Minimum of five years in information security is required, with direct involvement in security operations, incident response, and threat/vulnerability management.
• Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:
• Strong understanding of information security principles, including security operations, incident response, and threat and vulnerability management.
• Familiarity with NIST and MITRE ATT&CK frameworks.
• Proficient in developing and maintaining security procedures, including security response playbooks.
• Experienced in managing and executing a threat and vulnerability management program.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills for effective resolution of security events and issues.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Exceptional customer/client focus, capable of managing expectations, providing superior service, and building lasting relationships.

Work Environment & Physical Demands:

This job operates in an office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, photocopiers, and filing cabinets. Physical requirements include exerting minimal physical strength to lift, carry, or move objects up to 10 pounds, with a work style that generally requires sitting. Walking and standing may be necessary to perform job duties.

Compensation & Benefits:

The salary ranges for this position are dependent on multiple factors including experience, education, and organizational needs. Typical salary ranges for this position are as follows:
• Las Vegas: $100,000 – $115,000
• Atlantic City, Chicago, Minneapolis: $110,000 – $125,000
• Boston, Denver, Los Angeles, Morristown, Princeton, Seattle, Washington, D.C.: $115,000 – $130,000
• New York & San Francisco: $140,000 – $155,000

For further information regarding Fox Rothschild’s compensation and benefits, refer to our benefits section.

Source: SaluteMyJob