Responsibilities
Kforce has a client in Redmond, WA that is looking for an experienced Security Analyst to join our team. In this role you will support a game studio as part of the Security team. If you are eager to strengthen your capabilities in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, this is the job for you! Responsibilities:
- Security Analyst will act as Tier 2 to analyze security alerts and issues performing triage to confirm triage to confirm security incidents in various security tools
- Investigate security incidents and determine root cause, impact, and next steps to mitigation
- Work with various teams on security initiatives and ensure successful completion of work to remediate findings
- Review and analyze vulnerability detections, collaborate with stakeholders to remediate issues, and ensure the successful closure of findings
- Conduct software security reviews and provide recommendations on usage
- Update and maintain security processes and documentation ensuring completeness and accuracy
- Provide support in completing projects and tasks aimed at addressing gaps or improving security tools
- Fulfill Identity and Access Management requests and assist with related IAM projects as needed
- As a Security Analyst, you will manage and triage security ticket queue
- Maintain current knowledge of tools and best practices in cyber security
- Participate in a 24/7 on call rotation when required
Requirements
- 5+ years of experience in a technical role in the areas of Security Operations, Cyber Incident Response, Vulnerability Management, or other security focused role
- Knowledge of operating system mitigations & understanding security challenges in Windows and other Operating Systems
- Proficient understanding of cloud platforms such as Microsoft Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud
- Proficiency in cloud security tools and services like Microsoft Defender for Endpoint and EntraID Security Center
- Experience in vulnerability management processes and tools such as Rapid7 InsightVM, Tenable Nessus, Microsoft Defender Products including MDE, Qualys, etc.
- Experience with endpoint protection processes and tools such as McAfee, Symantec, Microsoft Defender Products including MDE, etc.
- Knowledge of risk assessment methodologies such as FAIR, OCTAVE, NIST RMF
- Advanced knowledge of Microsoft tools and Office products
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; Detail-oriented, problem solver with strong initiative
The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.
We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.
Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.
This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.
Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.
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