Overview
Junior Information Security Analyst #2925 job at Genius Road. Austin, TX.
Location : Austin, Texas (ONSITE 5 days / week)
Contract Position : 12 month Contract (with strong potential for extension and career advancement)
Our client is seeking a Junior Information Security Analyst to assist in supporting and enhancing cybersecurity initiatives across their organization. This role will focus on implementing and monitoring security controls aligned with the NIST Risk Management Framework, NIST Cybersecurity Framework, and Texas Information Security Standards. This is a great opportunity for an early-career professional eager to gain deep experience in information security within an enterprise environment.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or a related field
- Security certifications such as CompTIA Security+, GSEC, or equivalent
- 2+ years of experience in information security, cybersecurity, or a related IT field
- Working knowledge of common security frameworks including :
NIST Risk Management Framework (RMF)
NIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF)Texas Information Security StandardsExperience with basic project planning and system development methodologiesStrong analytical, communication, and documentation skillsAbility to work independently with minimal supervisioFamiliarity with enterprise-level IT systems or public-sector environments is highly preferredResponsibilities
Assist in implementing and monitoring security measures across systems and applicationsSupport security risk assessments and compliance reviewsHelp maintain and document security policies, procedures, and standardsCoordinate with internal teams and external vendors on security initiativesAssist in identifying and recommending improvements to existing security processesParticipate in incident response and audit support activitiesSupport research and evaluation of emerging cybersecurity tools and technologiesGenius Road, LLC is proud to be a Certified Women's Business Enterprise, an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need.
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