Security Analyst

PCGis seeking a skilled and detail-orientedSecurity Analystto join our team inLenexa, Kansas,at our corporate headquarters.A security analyst is responsible for monitoring, assessing, and responding to cyber threats and incidents that affect the organization's network and systems. They also design and implement security solutions and policies to enhance the security posture and resilience of the organization.

Job Summary:

• Perform security monitoring and analysis using various tools and techniques
• Identify, investigate, and respond to security incidents and breaches
• Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration tests
• Recommend and implement security controls and countermeasures
• Develop and maintain security policies, standards, and procedures
• Provide security guidance and advice to other teams and stakeholders
• Stay updated on current and emerging security threats and trends
• Contribute to security awareness and education programs
• Evaluate and test new security products and technologies
• Prepare and present security reports and metrics
• Coordinate with external partners and vendors on security matters

Basic Requirements:

• 1 - 3+ years' experience deploying and/or maintaining security systems
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent certifications/training/experience in information security
• Knowledge of security frameworks, standards, and best practices
• Proficient in security tools and technologies such as SIEM, IDS/IPS, firewalls, VPN, encryption, etc.
• Experience responding to cybersecurity incidents
• Experience researching and deploying technology
• Intermediate understanding of industry standard security best practices
• Intermediate understanding of enterprise level security practices
• Intermediate understanding of network security concepts
• Advanced understanding of Confidentiality, Integrity, and Availability principles
• Intermediate understanding of Active Directory deployment and management
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
• High level of integrity and professionalism
• Must have excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written skills and the ability to interact well across all levels of the business
• Team-first mentality, possesses a positive attitude and works well with others, encourages team cohesiveness and morale
• A hands-on, can-do, positive attitude

Preferred Requirements:

• Located in the KC Metro area
• Proficient in Microsoft Office 365 suite
• Experience with Microsoft Sentinel
• Experience with Microsoft Defender suite of security tools including Endpoint, Identity, Cloud, and Vulnerability Management a plus
• Security related certification (Security+, ISC2 CC, C|CT) or other entry level certification

Benefits

At Performance Contracting, our employees are our greatest asset. We put our people first and are proud to provide a comprehensive benefits package designed to meet the needs of our employees at every stage of life.

In our commitment to fostering an environment where everyone can thrive personally and professionally, we offer:

• Competitive pay
• Incentive bonus plan
• Employee stock ownership plan (ESOP)
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with match
• Medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision insurance plans with flexible spending account option
• Life insurance, AD&D, and disability benefits
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Flexible paid time off policy and paid holidays

PCG provides equal employment and affirmative action opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.

PCG is a background screening, drug-free workplace. In accordance with the provisions of Tennessee Code Annotated (T.C.A.), Title 50, Chapter 9, PCG's Drug-Free Workplace Program includes drug and alcohol testing as part of the hiring process and throughout employment, as applicable.

Please note this job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

NOTICE TO STAFFING FIRMS, AGENCIES AND EMPLOYMENT VENDORS:

Performance Contracting Group and its affiliates will not accept unsolicited resumes from third party recruiters without a signed Fee Agreement in place AND a candidate has been submitted into our applicant tracking system (Dayforce). Vendor solicitation should be directed to the Corporate Recruitment Department directly; as such, firms that circumvent the required compliant process will be barred from submitting candidates. In the absence of a signed fee agreement AND proper resume submission, PCG does not recognize any claim on a candidate by a third party, will consider unsolicited resumes the property of the company and reserves the right to engage and hire those candidates without any financial responsibility to the third-party vendor.

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