Senior IT Security Analyst

Position: Senior IT Security Analyst
Employment Type: Full-Time
Location: Hybrid / Flexible

Position Summary
The Senior IT Security Analyst will implement and maintain enterprise cybersecurity programs to protect systems, networks, and sensitive information from internal and external threats.

• Serve as the first point of contact for cybersecurity incidents and escalations.
• Collaborate with third-party security vendors to respond to incidents, conduct root cause analyses, and implement lessons learned.
• Provide security guidance during project planning and implementation.
• Implement and maintain security measures across systems and endpoints.
• Oversee security initiatives with managed service providers for endpoint protection, web security, vulnerability management, and access control.
• Monitor user activity and system behavior in alignment with organizational policies.
• Ensure compliance with security frameworks and lead audits, certification efforts, and regulatory reviews.
• Develop and maintain cybersecurity policies and governance aligned with best practices.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to ensure a secure environment and proper incident response.
• Maintain service levels for security monitoring, incident response, and resolution.

• 6 years of cybersecurity experience
• Security certification such as CompTIA Security+ or SSCP
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

• 8+ years of cybersecurity experience
• Advanced security certifications (CISM, CISSP, GCIH)
• Membership in professional cybersecurity organizations
• Master’s degree or higher

Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco/Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individual’s skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, office location and other geographic considerations, as well as other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law in geographies that require salary range disclosure, Vaco/Highspring notes the salary range for the role is noted in this job posting.

The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company’s 401(k) retirement plan.