Cyber Security Analyst

Driven by a commitment to research, quality, and service, PDI provides innovative products, educational resources, training, and support to prevent infection transmission and promote health and wellness. Encompassing three areas, our Healthcare, Sani Professional and Contract manufacturing divisions, we develop, manufacture, and distribute leading edge products for North America and the world. We have several locations across the US and are looking for new Associates to join our team!

POSITION PURPOSE

The purpose of the Cyber Security Analyst role is to protect the organization's digital assets and IT infrastructure from internal and external cyber threats. This position is responsible for monitoring, analyzing, and responding to security incidents, ensuring compliance with security policies, and implementing protective measures to prevent data breaches and maintain the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of information systems.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND BASIC DUTIES

• Continuously monitor network traffic, security logs, and system alerts using tools like SIEM (Security Information and Event Management).
• Detect, analyze, and respond to potential security incidents in real time.
• Investigate security breaches and other cybersecurity incidents.
• Contain and mitigate threats, collect forensic data, and document findings.
• Participate in post-incident analysis and reporting.
• Conduct regular vulnerability scans and assessments.
• Analyze scan results and work with IT teams to remediate vulnerabilities.
• Track and verify closure of security issues.
• Stay updated on current threat landscape, including malware, phishing, and emerging attack vectors.
• Analyze threat intelligence data and assess potential risks to the organization.
• Support compliance with security policies, standards, and regulatory frameworks (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001, HIPAA, GDPR).
• Assist in audits, risk assessments, and the implementation of security controls.
• Help develop and deliver cybersecurity awareness training to staff.
• Promote security best practices across the organization.
• Maintain detailed documentation of security incidents, system configurations, and audit results.
• Provide regular reports on security metrics and posture to leadership. The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this position. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list or statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements.

PERFORMANCE MEASUREMENTS

• Mean Time to Detect (MTTD): Average time taken to identify a security incident.
• Mean Time to Respond (MTTR): Average time taken to contain and remediate an incident.
• Number of Incidents Handled
• Vulnerability Management Metrics
• False Positive Rate
• Security Awareness Participation
• Compliance and Audit Readiness
• Security Tool Effectiveness
• User Reports and Responsiveness

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION :

• BA/BS in Computer Science, or related field or equivalent experience. Typically requires a bachelor's degree and at least 5 years of experience.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE :

• Cybersecurity Principles & Best Practices * Network and System Security
• Security Tools and Technologies
• Threat Detection and Incident Response
• Operating Systems (Windows, Linux) & Command Line Usage
• Vulnerability Management
• Regulatory Compliance & Security Frameworks
• Identity & Access Management (IAM)
• Cloud Security Basics

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED :

• 5+ Years in Information Security or IT Roles
• Monitoring Security Systems * Conducting and Supporting Incident Response
• Performing Vulnerability Scans and Remediation
• Working with Security Frameworks and Compliance Requirements
• System and Network Administration (Desirable)
• Writing Technical Documentation or Report

SKILLS/ABILITIES:

• Solid analytical and troubleshooting skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Problem management
• Build collaborative relationships
• Influence others
• Ability to meet deadlines

WORKING CONDITIONS

Workplace: Office setting

SALARY RANGE:

$105,000 to $120,000, annually + bonus

BENEFITS :

PDI is pleased to offer a comprehensive and affordable benefits program to our associates, which includes:

• Medical & prescription drug coverage
• Dental / Vision plan
• 401(k) savings plan with company match
• Basic and supplemental life insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Short- and long-term disability benefits
• Health Advocacy Program / Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Many other voluntary benefit plans and perks such as: Legal assistance, critical illness, hospital indemnity and accident coverage, discounted home/auto/rental insurance, employee discounts and pet insurance, tuition assistance, referral bonus program, paid parental leave, a health club rebate program and more

At PDI, we are also committed to helping our associates maintain a healthy and sustainable work/life balance and are proud to provide: Sick leave, generous vacation and holiday time, paid parental leave, summer hours, flex place/flex time options