Cybersecurity Analyst

Summary

Join ARC Group as a Cybersecurity Analyst in a fully remote position, working Eastern Time Zone business hours. This contract role, extending through December 2025 with potential for extension or conversion to full-time employment, offers significant career growth within a well-respected organization. The ideal candidate will be a forward thinker, adept at extracting key details from meetings and communicating them effectively. Responsibilities include developing and implementing a comprehensive information security program, acting as a product owner for security tools, and collaborating with partners and service providers. The role requires strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Requirements

• 5+ years related work experience
• Bachelor's degree in an IT related field or equivalent IT, IT Infrastructure and/or Cybersecurity work experience
• A Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) certification (within 180 Days if converted to FTE)
• Knowledge of information security principles, prioritizing identity and access
• Knowledge of network infrastructure including routers, switches, firewalls and associated network protocols and concepts
• Experience developing, documenting and maintaining security presentation material
• In-depth knowledge of operating systems and security applications, as well as a working knowledge of basic network protocols and tools
• Proven leadership abilities including effective knowledge sharing, conflict resolution, facilitation of open discussions, fairness and displaying appropriate levels of assertiveness
• Ability to lead conversations in Identity and Access management processes and concepts
• Proven ability to work under stress in emergencies with flexibility to handle multiple high-pressure situations simultaneously
• Ability to communicate highly complex technical information clearly and articulately for all levels and audiences
• Ability to manage tasks independently and take ownership of responsibilities
• Ability to learn from mistakes and apply constructive feedback to improve performance
• Strong customer focus with ability to manage customer expectations and experience and build long-term relationships
• Strong team-oriented interpersonal skills with the ability to interface with a broad range of people and roles including vendors and IT-business personnel
• Ability to adapt to a rapidly changing environment
• High critical thinking skills to evaluate alternatives and present solutions that are consistent with business objectives and strategy

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a comprehensive information security program including acting as product owner for security tools, assisting with definition of stories, prioritizing activities, verifying and approving final implementations, and working with partners and service providers to maintain momentum on projects
• Work with partners and team members to ensure prioritization is understood and momentum continues
• Lead prioritization calls
• Define and document stories
• Validate and approve final implementations
• Research, evaluate and present Identity and Access improvements
• Represent and ensure prioritization of Identity and Access concepts in processes and products with internal and external parties
• Develop and maintain presentation material for stakeholders
• Assists and supports the development of security architecture
• Other duties as assigned

Preferred Qualifications

• Identity and Access management toolset experience
• Experience using Agile methodology
• Past experience provisioning access
• Relevant security certifications