CYBERSECURITY ANALYST
Reports to: Adrian Delancy, Technology • Location: Chicago, Illinois • This is an unpaid internship with opportunities to gain real-life experiences and career development.
About the role
Digital Factory is looking for a Cybersecurity Analyst to protect our websites and data from threats. The intern will work with leadership and cover every aspect of data security in the network. A successful candidate will have an analytical mind and a detailed understanding of cybersecurity methodologies.
Who We Are
Our team's digital inventiveness and mobile location expertise create brand stories that produce results. We are seasoned professionals who have worked in marketing, technology, mobile, and beyond. Our skills include micro-fencing, mobile strategy, data analytics, and more.
Responsibilities
- Maintain and update firewalls and test the organization’s network and systems.
- Design, recommend, implement, and maintain security systems to protect the company’s critical information and systems.
- Manage firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and other security technologies.
- Implement network security blueprints prepared by security architects.
- Monitor security products for alerts and own the process of remediating issues.
- Perform regular security assessments and vulnerability scans.
- Analyze and understand threat intelligence information and how it might impact the organization.
- Stay up-to-date on security trends, best practices, and vulnerabilities.
- Maintain absolute confidentiality of sensitive files, data, and materials accessed, discussed, or observed while working with staff.
- Experience with maintaining web and email proxies.
- Maintain knowledge and awareness of the following standards: HIPAA, FERPA, FOIA, CIPA, and PCI.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or any related field.
- Strong understanding of network security protocols, such as SSL, TLS, and IPSec.
- Knowledge of security frameworks, such as ISO 27001, NIST, and CIS.
- Ability to analyze and interpret security logs and threat intelligence.
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.