Cyber Security Analyst

Cyber Security AnalystLocated at our manufacturing facility in Danbury, CT and reporting to the Sr. Manager, Information Security & Infrastructure, the Information Security Analyst is a hands-on role responsible for the security of all MannKind data including on premise and cloud applications. Follows through on technical issues until closure. Your expertise with the Center for Internet Security (CIS) Controls framework and artificial intelligence (AI) will be crucial in identifying vulnerabilities and mitigating risks.Principal Responsibilities:Implement and maintain cybersecurity measures in accordance with the CIS Controls frameworkConduct regular system audits to ensure compliance with security standardsUtilize AI-driven security tools to detect and respond to threats in real-timeCollaborate with IT teams to integrate security practices into the development lifecycleProvide training and guidance to IT staff on cybersecurity best practicesStay abreast of the latest cybersecurity trends and technologiesAssist with updating and reviewing SSP (System Security Plan)Develop controls such as firewalls, business systems, data leakage protection systems, patching, encryption, vulnerability scanning, remediation as well as advises on configuration for a variety of security tools.Triage, evaluate, categorize, and resolve security events before they become security incidentsCollaborating with and educating other teams on raising the bar for security across the organizationCoordinating with outside vendors to ensure secure operationsIdentify security gaps discovered through ongoing monitoring of all information security controls and propose enhancements to security controls.Evaluate and/or propose cybersecurity solutions and controls to maintain confidentiality, integrity, and availability.Compile weekly, monthly and quarterly metrics and reporting with regard to the current state of information security program and specific projects/activitiesParticipates in cybersecurity projects to ensure that the delivery is on-time and adopted to meet the company's information protection requirementsCoordinate company's phishing campaign programMaintain relationship with Managed Security Services ProviderEducation and Experience Qualifications:BA/BS degree relating to information technology, compliance, information management, and/or information security and a minimum of 5 to 7 year's work experience.Candidates must possess analytical skills, which evolved from training in Cybersecurity, Information Systems, Computer Science, or similar discipline.Experience managing Rapid7.Hands on experience running AI models.Experience with information security framework models such as CIS Framework, NIST, etc., implementing and auditing security measures, security response, and incident management.Working knowledge of network switches, routers, firewalls and VPN, network security, administration of DLP, antivirus, antimalware, IDSIPS, SIEM, SMTP, Email security, AD, Group Policy, DNS, DHCP, and VLANs.Knowledgeable in security best practices such as encryption, hashing, vulnerability scans, event log monitoring, intrusion detection and prevention, eDiscovery, and content filtering.Ability to oversee, resolve, and consistently enhance the vulnerability management programAbility to propose solutions for closing identified vulnerabilities.Knowledge of cloud providers' security (AWS, Google Cloud Platform, or Azure).Prior experience managing DNS filtering technologies, EDR solutionsPrior experience with SIEM, configuration management, hardening, and vulnerability scanningExperience with identity access management systems (IDaaS)Previous experience in a HIPAA and FDA regulated environment preferred.Skills and CertificationsSIEM, CIr, Rapid7, cloud applications, AI, VulnerabilitiesCandidate Details5+ to 7 years experienceSeniority Level - Mid-Senior Management Experience Required - No Minimum Education - Bachelor's Degree Willingness to Travel - NeverWhy We're a Great CompanyAwesome culture and fabulous benefits. 15 PTO days plus 18 paid holidays including 2 week-long plant shut-downs.