IT Security Analyst

This range is provided by Akkodis. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more. Base pay range $55.00/hr - $60.00/hr Direct message the job poster from Akkodis Sr. Recruiter - GRC (Global Recruitment Center) at Akkodis Akkodis is seeking an IT Security Analyst for a Contract position with a client located in Quincy, MA. Rate Range: $55-$60/hr on W2 without benefits, The rate may be negotiable based on experience, education, geographic location, and other factors Title: IT Security Analyst Job Types: 6+ Months Contract Location: Quincy, MA (Hybrid 2-3 days onsite) Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Assist in efforts to implement a robust MMIS security posture as the MMIS system migrates to the AWS cloud datacenter and beyond. Participate in efforts to integrate Static Application Security, Dynamic Application Security and Software Composition Analysis Tools (SAST, DAST & SCA) into MMIS Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) emphasizing “Shift Left” early detection and remediation of potential threats and vulnerabilities, and automation, and process integration. Participate in efforts to implement security standards and secure common frameworks. Participate in efforts to produce developer documentation and educational materials as well as create and update learning resources for application security. Participate in efforts to present and explain threat modelling; as well as institute risk detection and risk mitigation strategies to business and IT stakeholders (including leadership) and effectively defend recommendations, where necessary. Participate in efforts to define MMIS technical security software environment requirements. Preferred Skills and Abilities: Extensive hands-on experience with implementing security best practices for AWS cloudhosted applications including the appropriate utilization of AWS security and monitoring tools and resources. Experience with DevOps practices and Continuous Integration/Continuous Development(CI/CD) using GitLab and pipelines. Experience with web and API development technologies. Knowledge of current development practices, including containerized applications, microservice architectures, serverless architectures, etc. Experience with Medicaid systems or in IT healthcare settings desired. Required Experience : 3+ years of experience working in application and infrastructure security roles. Strong technical knowledge of internet security issues, cloud architectures, and threat landscape. Strong technical understanding of application and cloud security threats and vulnerabilities, including Common Vulnerabilities & Exposures (CVE), Common Weakness Enumeration (CWE), OWASP top 10, SANS top 25, etc. Extensive knowledge of and experience with security standards such as NIST- 800-53, FEDRamp, and ISO 27xxx. Strong understanding of AWS networking and security tools and resources. Strong technical knowledge of AWS security and network management tools and resources. Strong background in web application development and/or code auditing. Education and Certifications: Associate degree in Computer Science, Information Systems/Technology, Business GIAC GSEC or GWEB, or other similar credentials a plus, Administration, or other related field, or equivalent work experience. Professional security certification: CompTIA Security+, AWS Security Specialty, (ISC)2 CCSP Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, an EAP program, commuter benefits, and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable. Disclaimer: These benefit offerings do not apply to client-recruited jobs and jobs that are direct hires to a client. 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