Information Security Analyst; Fort Worth

Position: Information Security Analyst (Fort Worth)

Information Security Analyst (Fort Worth)

Must reside in Fort Worth, Texas today!

5 days onsite requirement

The Information Security Analyst serves as a subject matter expert in cybersecurity, responsible for detecting, analyzing, and responding to security incidents. This role combines technical expertise, leadership, and strategic decision-making to protect organizational assets, ensure regulatory compliance, and support secure IT operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as a subject matter expert in incident detection, analysis, and response techniques.
• Investigate complex security events and escalations.
• Design, maintain, and test functionality for critical applications and systems.
• Monitor, document, and improve processes and procedures for the Security Operations Center (SOC).
• Collaborate with business units and stakeholders during security incident response.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and actively participate in ongoing skill development.
• Make informed decisions related to risk management and security functions.
• Provide leadership and strategic guidance within the organization on information security initiatives.

Required Skills and Competencies Technical Expertise

• Advanced knowledge of IT infrastructure and cybersecurity tools (firewalls, OS, network devices, web proxies, intrusion detection/prevention systems, antivirus solutions).
• Competence with Linux/Unix or Windows command-line environments.
• Experience with SIEM technologies and SOC operations.

Analytical Skills

• Ability to perform independent analysis, identify root causes, and distill actionable insights.
• Identify trends and themes from large datasets to inform security decisions.
• Strong investigative and problem‑solving skills in high‑pressure environments.

Communication Skills

• Clear and effective oral and written communication.
• Ability to articulate complex ideas and present documentation and management reports.

Leadership and Teamwork

• Strong decision‑making and customer service orientation.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment, supporting peers and stakeholders.

Risk Management

• Solid understanding of IT security and risk management principles.
• Ability to apply risk management best practices across all aspects of IT security.

Professionalism

• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Demonstrate initiative, follow‑up, and professional demeanor in all interactions.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent preferred.
• Minimum of 4 years of demonstrable experience in information security, including areas such as intrusion monitoring, vulnerability analysis, web application security, incident response, malware analysis, threat research, or intelligence analysis.
• Competence with Linux/Unix or Windows command‑line is a plus.
• Experience with SIEM technologies and SOC environments is desirable.

Certifications (Desired)

• Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
• Systems Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP)
• Security+
• Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)

Other Requirements

• Valid and current driver’s license.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and display professionalism at all times.

Seniority level

Not Applicable

Employment type

Contract

Job function

Information Technology

Industries

Technology, Information and Media

Fort Worth, TX $-$ 1 week ago

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