Cybersecurity Analyst

Summary: The Cybersecurity Analyst is responsible for protecting the organization's systems, networks, and data from current and emerging cyber threats. This role involves monitoring security access, conducting threat analysis, managing security incidents, and ensuring the continued integrity, confidentiality, and availability of all information assets. The Cybersecurity Analyst works closely with IT operations and development teams to implement preventative measures and respond rapidly to security events. Although this is a remote position, candidates must reside in CA, CO, FL, MA, MN, OH, PA, or TX. What you will do: Proactively monitor for security events, conduct threat hunting, and analyze IOCs to identify and prevent potential breaches Investigate and respond to security alerts; leverage security platforms to identify, triage, and address or escalate security incidents Serve as a primary security incident responder, performing rapid triage, containment, eradication, and thorough documentation of security events and breaches Respond in a timely manner to emergency and escalated incidents Execute regular vulnerability scanning and penetration testing, then prioritize and track the remediation of identified system and network vulnerabilities Develop and maintain risk and threat metrics, providing investigation reports when needed Administer and maintain core security technologies, ensuring their optimal configuration and effectiveness Generate and present security metrics and reports on the organization's security posture while staying current with industry standards and regulatory compliance requirements Assist in the planning and implementation of user education and security training Leverage LLM technologies to assist with daily analysis and operational workflows Understand network protocols and network security architecture What you will bring: Proven ability to work with SIEM tools for log aggregation and analysis Experience deploying, configuring, and continuously monitoring endpoint detection and response (EDR) systems Proficiency in leveraging incident ticketing systems to efficiently manage the full lifecycle of security alerts (tracking, assignment, documentation, and reporting) Familiarity with various operating systems (Windows, Linux, macOS) and cloud security best practices Strong knowledge of vulnerability management processes and tools Excellent problem-solving and critical-thinking skills, with a focus on quick and accurate decision-making under pressure Effective written and verbal communication skills for documenting incidents and explaining complex security issues to non-technical stakeholders Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information assurance, MIS or related field, or Associate’s degree specialized in IT Security or equivalent experience and relevant certifications CISSP, or CISM and/or SANS certification or Cisco-related certifications are a plus 1 to 3 years of cybersecurity experience, or relevant desktop support, networking or system administration Benefits and Compensation: The salary range is $95,000 - $105,000. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to geographic location, education, work experience, time in role, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, the Company offers eligible employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, 401k, as well as paid time off and select paid holidays (all benefits are based on eligibility). Please click the following link for more detailed information: www.mymedianewsgroup.com Who we are: MediaNews Group is a leading local news provider and digital marketing partner, with a 175+ year history dedicated to delivering impactful journalism and advertising that informs, inspires, and engages readers across diverse, local communities. With a portfolio of 77 daily and over 150 weekly publications nationwide, our products reach 47.2 million readers monthly with essential local news and information, including through brands such as: The Denver Post, San Jose's The Mercury News, Boston Herald, Saint Paul Pioneer Press, The Orange County Register, and more. The Product & Technology team's mission is to create people-centric digital technology that empower our local news and partners by putting people, product, and performance first. Our team builds product experiences across MediaNews Group's entire digital portfolio, including local news publications and the Adtaxi digital marketing agency. At MediaNews Group, you’ll join a team that values expertise, continuous learning, and autonomy, while embracing business agility through decentralized decision-making and scaled agile principles. “4x Built In Best Places to Work Winner - 2023-2026” EEO Statement: We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status. How To Apply: Please submit an online application along with your resume for this position here Closing Date: Continuous recruitment until the position is filled Conditions of Employment: A full pre-employment background check will be conducted as part of the selection process. Must be willing to submit and pass the necessary required checks #LI-TG1 #LI-REMOTE