IS Cyber Security Analyst II
**CTG is seeking to fill an IS Cyber Security Analyst II opening for our client in Richland, WA**
**Location:** Richland, WA
**Duration:** 12 months
**Duties:**
+ Serve as the technical expert for an on-premise Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) system, with a focus on maintaining and optimizing logging infrastructure for security monitoring.
+ Update SIEM software to the latest versions to ensure optimal performance, security, and compliance.
+ Monitor SIEM data to identify, troubleshoot, and resolve issues related to log ingestion, parsing, and storage.
+ Collaborate with IT, security, and other operational teams to ensure proper log ingestion and processing within the SIEM.
+ Identify areas for log data cleanup and optimization to improve system efficiency.
+ Maintain security monitoring configurations and ensure logs comply with internal security protocols and regulatory requirements.
+ Ensure proper documentation and change management procedures are followed for updates or modifications to the SIEM system.
+ Provide incident response, incident management, remediation/mitigation, and forensic analysis as needed.
+ Facilitate internal skills development on security monitoring and incident response topics for information security personnel.
**Skills:**
+ In-depth knowledge of SIEM systems, preferably Trellix or McAfee SIEM.
+ Expertise in security event logging standards, data parsing, and event correlation.
+ Strong troubleshooting skills for log ingestion, parsing, and storage issues.
+ Familiarity with compliance and regulatory standards, particularly in high-security environments.
+ Excellent documentation and change management skills.
+ Ability to collaborate across IT, security, and operational teams.
+ Experience with log data optimization and system efficiency improvements.
**Experience:**
+ Minimum of 7 years of experience in cybersecurity or IT, with at least 3 years focused on SIEM administration and management.
+ Proven experience with SIEM platforms such as Trellix or McAfee SIEM.
+ Experience with security monitoring and incident response in regulated, high-security environments.
**Education:**
+ Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field.
Excellent verbal and written English communication skills and the ability to interact professionally with a diverse group are required.
CTG does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies, or fee-based recruitment services for this role.
**To Apply:**
To be considered, please apply directly to this requisition using the link provided. For additional information, please contact **Tana Stilloe at** **tana.stilloe@ctg.com** . Kindly forward this to any other interested parties. Thank you!
The expected base salary for this position ranges from $45.00/hour to $70.00/hour. Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, market factors, and where applicable, licensure or certifications obtained. In addition to salary, a competitive benefit package is also offered.
**About CTG**
CTG, a Cegeka company, is at the forefront of digital transformation, providing IT and business solutions that accelerate project momentum and deliver desired value. Over nearly 60 years, we have earned a reputation as a faster and more reliable, results-driven partner. Our vision is to be an indispensable partner to our clients and the preferred career destination for digital and technology experts. CTG leverages the expertise of over 9,000 team members in 19 countries to provide innovative solutions. Together, we operate across the Americas, Europe, and India, working in close cooperation with over 3,000 clients in many of today's highest-growth industries. For more information, visit www.ctg.com .
Our culture is a direct result of the people who work at CTG, the values we hold, and the actions we take. In other words, our people define our culture. It's a living, breathing thing that is renewed every day through the ways we engage with each other, our clients, and our communities. Part of our mission is to cultivate a workplace that attracts and develops the best people, reflected by our recognition as a Great Place to Work Certified™ company across many of our global operations.
CTG will consider for employment all qualified applicants including those with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of all applicable local, state, and federal laws.
CTG is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. CTG will assure equal opportunity and consideration to all applicants and employees in recruitment, selection, placement, training, benefits, compensation, promotion, transfer, and release of individuals without regard to race, creed, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, age, disability, marital or veteran status, citizenship status, or any other discriminatory factors as required by law. Our Affirmative Action program serves to promote occupational equality and diversity through good faith efforts. CTG is fully committed to promoting employment opportunities for members of protected classes.
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