Sr. Cybersecurity and InfoSec Analyst

Senior Cybersecurity and Information Security Analyst

Location: On-Site, Columbus

Employment Type: Full Time, Direct Hire

Role Summary

This position plays a central role in protecting the digital footprint of a large, multisite enterprise operating within manufacturing and construction environments. The Senior Cybersecurity and Information Security Analyst is responsible for strengthening defenses, guiding security strategy, and ensuring that systems, networks, and data remain safe from internal and external threats. This is a senior-level contributor who combines technical expertise with strong communication skills to influence security practices across the organization.

Primary Responsibilities

Security Governance and Program Development

Create and maintain security policies, standards, and procedures that align with best practices and regulatory requirements

Utilize frameworks such as NIST and CIS to drive security maturity

Lead risk assessments in partnership with security SaaS providers and internal teams to uncover vulnerabilities

Monitoring and Threat Detection

Oversee SaaS supported monitoring of network and system activity using advanced tools such as SIEM and IDS or IPS platforms

Identify anomalies, investigate alerts, and document security events thoroughly

Manage incident response activities including investigation, containment, eradication, and post event review

Technical Security Operations

Support configuration and tuning of firewalls, VPNs, endpoint security platforms, and related technologies

Participate in vulnerability scans and penetration testing efforts and ensure proper remediation

Review security controls across cloud, on premises, and hybrid environments

Support secure system architecture decisions for new and existing solutions

Awareness, Training, and Culture

Recommend cybersecurity training materials and programs to strengthen organizational awareness

Communicate emerging risks and best practices to employees at all levels

Foster a culture where secure behavior is a shared responsibility

Compliance and Reporting

Ensure alignment with relevant compliance expectations including CMMC, NIST, CIS, and PCI DSS

Prepare clear reporting on security posture, incidents, and program status for leadership

Collaboration and Leadership

Partner with IT, operations, and business groups to embed security considerations into daily workflows

Provide mentorship and technical guidance to junior analysts

Stay informed on new threats, tools, and strategies and recommend enhancements to the security roadmap

Qualifications

Education and Experience

Bachelor degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field

Five to seven years of professional experience in cybersecurity or information security roles

Experience supporting security operations within manufacturing or construction settings is a plus

Certifications

Certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CEH, or Security Plus are highly valued

Technical Skills

Strong knowledge of network protocols, firewalls, IDS or IPS systems, and encryption methods

Experience using platforms such as Splunk, CrowdStrike, Cisco Umbrella, Arctic Wolf, or similar solutions

Familiarity with cloud security controls in AWS or Azure

Experience with industrial control system security is beneficial

Ability to use scripting languages such as Python or PowerShell for automation or analysis

Soft Skills

Strong analytical reasoning and problem solving capability

Ability to explain complex security issues to diverse audiences

Comfortable multitasking in a fast moving environment

Work Environment

May require periodic on call availability for urgent incident response

Hybrid options may be considered based on business needs

Occasional travel may occur for assessments, training, or cross site collaboration