Senior Cybersecurity Risk Analyst

1 day, 18 hours ago
Full-time
Lead
Cybersecurity
American Institutes for Research

American Institutes for Research

American Institutes for Research is a leading behavioral and social science research organization dedicated to using rigorous evidence to enhance everyday life and address critical societal issues across various fields, including education, health, and...

Professional Services
1K-5K
Founded 1946

Description

  • Drive vulnerability management activities, including scanning, analysis, reporting, and tracking of findings across network, container, application, and static code environments.
  • Execute application security testing and findings analysis, including DAST, SAST, continuous threat exposure management, and targeted red team engagements.
  • Lead cyber risk management by identifying risks, developing treatment plans, reporting status, and maintaining the enterprise risk registry.
  • Oversee remediation of security findings through Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&M) processes.
  • Perform internal controls assessments for web applications, secure data enclaves, general support systems, and other key systems.
  • Respond to client data security and privacy questionnaires with accurate subject matter expertise.
  • Perform continuous monitoring activities to support compliance with internal policies and external regulatory requirements.
  • Support data governance by reviewing information security plans and contracts.
  • Serve as AIR’s HIPAA Security Officer and ensure compliance with HIPAA Security Rule requirements.
  • Support third-party risk management, including evaluation of new software and AI use cases.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree and at least 9 years of relevant information security experience.
  • A major cybersecurity certification from ISC2, ISACA, OffSec, or SANS.
  • At least 5 years of hands-on experience with vulnerability management and security testing tools, including DAST, SAST, and SCA.
  • At least 5 years of experience securing and testing cloud environments such as Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud.
  • At least 2 years of experience conducting cyber risk and assurance activities using relevant security frameworks.
  • Strong understanding of NIST SP 800-53, NIST SP 800-171, and NIST SP 800-88.
  • Ability to obtain a Level 6C Security clearance (Public Trust position).
  • Exceptional communication and collaboration skills across virtual, cross-functional, and diverse teams.
  • Ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and manage multiple concurrent workstreams.
  • Advanced analytical, critical-thinking, problem-solving, and attention-to-detail skills.
  • Strong understanding of attack techniques, threat actor tools, incident response, forensic log analysis, and incident handling procedures.
  • Knowledge of native cloud security, compliance frameworks, and CNAPP solutions.
  • Ability to analyze static and dynamic application security testing results and assess cyber risks across systems and processes.
  • Understanding of AI governance and emerging technology risk management practices.
  • Must be currently authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time basis.
  • Employment-based visa sponsorship, including H-1B sponsorship, is not available.
  • Depending on project work, qualified candidates may need to meet certain residency requirements.

Benefits

  • Anticipated annual salary range of $157,000 to $180,000 USD.
  • Remote position with hybrid work flexibility from one of AIR’s U.S. office locations.
  • Occasional travel for meetings, training sessions, and conferences.
  • AIR’s Total Rewards Program designed to reward staff competitively.
  • Salary offers based on internal equity and external market competitiveness.

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