Information Security Analyst IV

Kforce has a client in NYC that is seeking a Information Security Analyst IV. Summary: The Information Security Analyst will work in a dynamic team environment and play an important role in helping the Federal Reserve carry out its responsibilities. They will be responsible for risk assessments, Cloud mitigations, security application testing, thread modeling security design review and overall information systems risk. We're seeking a seasoned security professional with 5+ years of hands-on experience in application security assessments and penetration testing. You should possess expert-level knowledge of cloud security across major platforms (AWS, Azure, etc.), with deep understanding of security architecture, identity management, and cloud-native controls. Advanced proficiency in Burp Suite Professional is essential, including experience with extensions, macros, and custom scanning configurations. Additionally, you should have practical experience conducting IoT and ICS security assessments, familiarity with OT protocols and industry frameworks (IEC 62443, NIST), and comprehensive knowledge of OWASP Top 10, API security risks, and common web application vulnerabilities.

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field, or equivalent practical experience demonstrating the required skills and competencies
• Preferred Certifications: GWAPT, CEH, CISSP, CSSLP or cloud security certifications (AWS Security Specialty)
• Proven expertise in securing the software development lifecycle through GitLab
• Practical knowledge of DevSecOps practices including shift-left security, infrastructure-as-code security, and automated testing
• Experience implementing and configuring security tools within CI/CD pipelines (SAST, DAST, SCA, container scanning) is required, along with solid understanding of containerization and orchestration security (Docker, Kubernetes) and cloud-native application architectures
• Working knowledge of industry security standards and frameworks including NIST, ISO 27001, CIS Controls, SOC 2, and cloud-specific benchmarks
• Experience conducting vendor security assessments and third-party risk evaluations is essential, as is familiarity with compliance requirements relevant to cloud applications
• Proven ability to build strong relationships with development teams, work collaboratively in Agile environments, and present effectively to executive leadership with a consultative approach
• Able to assess risk, prioritize based on business impact, and think like an attacker while balancing security requirements with practical business objectives and operational constraints
• Self-directed and autonomous professional who successfully manages multiple concurrent projects, consistently meets deadlines and SLAs, and delivers high-quality work in fast-paced environments with shifting priorities
• Strong technical writer experienced in creating comprehensive security reports and documentation
• Committed to knowledge sharing and proficient with collaboration tools (Jira, Confluence, ServiceNow)