Brooksource
Cyber Security Analyst
Brooksource, Indianapolis, Indiana, us, 46262
*Associate Vulnerability Management Analyst*
Do not wait to apply after reading this description a high application volume is expected for this opportunity.
*Location: Indianapolis, IN *
*Pay: $25-30/hr. depending on experience *
*12 month contract to hire*
*\*not able to provide sponsorship*
*Position Overview:* Join Brooksource's Elevate Program as an Associate Vulnerability Management Analyst, offering technical and professional development opportunities during a contract period with a local financial services partner
This position is ideal for individuals with a passion for cybersecurity and a desire to grow their skills in vulnerability assessment, server OS patch management, and software lifecycle management.
*Key Responsibilities:** *Vulnerability Management:** Conduct regular vulnerability assessments across all IT assets using industry-standard tools.* Analyze and prioritize vulnerabilities based on risk, impact, and exploitability.* Collaborate with various teams to remediate identified vulnerabilities promptly.* *Server OS Patching:** Assist in managing the patching process for Windows Server and Redhat Linux operating systems.* Develop and implement patch management strategies, ensuring minimal disruption to business operations.* Track and report on patch compliance across the organization.* *End of Life/End of Service (EOL/EOS) Software Remediation:** Identify and track software that is approaching or has reached the end of service life.* Coordinate with application owners and IT teams to plan and execute the upgrade or replacement of EOL/EOS software.* Ensure that all EOL/EOS software is either decommissioned or upgraded to supported versions to maintain security compliance.* *Security Monitoring & Incident Response:** Monitor security alerts and incidents related to vulnerabilities and patch management.* Assist in the investigation and response to security incidents that involve unpatched systems or EOL/EOS software.* Provide recommendations for improving security posture and reducing vulnerability exposure.* *Documentation & Reporting:** Maintain accurate and detailed documentation of vulnerability assessments, patch management activities, and EOL/EOS software remediation efforts.* Generate reports for management, highlighting the status of vulnerabilities, patching, and EOL/EOS software.* Contribute to the development of security policies and procedures related to vulnerability management.
*Qualifications:** *Education:** Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field. Relevant certifications (e.g., CompTIA Security+, CEH) are a plus.* *Experience:** Some experience or internships in vulnerability management, server OS patching, or software lifecycle management.* Familiarity with vulnerability management tools (e.g., Nessus, Qualys, Rapid7).* Basic understanding of operating systems (Windows, Linux) and their respective patching processes.* Knowledge of ITIL processes and change management is a plus.* *Skills:** Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.* Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.* Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy and compliance.* Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $25.00 - $30.00 per hour
Benefits:* Dental insurance* Health insurance* Vision insuranceSchedule:* Day shift
Experience:* Linux: 1 year (Required)* Cybersecurity: 1 year (Required)* Information security: 1 year (Required)
Ability to Commute:* Indianapolis, IN (Required)
Ability to Relocate:* Indianapolis, IN: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Do not wait to apply after reading this description a high application volume is expected for this opportunity.
*Location: Indianapolis, IN *
*Pay: $25-30/hr. depending on experience *
*12 month contract to hire*
*\*not able to provide sponsorship*
*Position Overview:* Join Brooksource's Elevate Program as an Associate Vulnerability Management Analyst, offering technical and professional development opportunities during a contract period with a local financial services partner
This position is ideal for individuals with a passion for cybersecurity and a desire to grow their skills in vulnerability assessment, server OS patch management, and software lifecycle management.
*Key Responsibilities:** *Vulnerability Management:** Conduct regular vulnerability assessments across all IT assets using industry-standard tools.* Analyze and prioritize vulnerabilities based on risk, impact, and exploitability.* Collaborate with various teams to remediate identified vulnerabilities promptly.* *Server OS Patching:** Assist in managing the patching process for Windows Server and Redhat Linux operating systems.* Develop and implement patch management strategies, ensuring minimal disruption to business operations.* Track and report on patch compliance across the organization.* *End of Life/End of Service (EOL/EOS) Software Remediation:** Identify and track software that is approaching or has reached the end of service life.* Coordinate with application owners and IT teams to plan and execute the upgrade or replacement of EOL/EOS software.* Ensure that all EOL/EOS software is either decommissioned or upgraded to supported versions to maintain security compliance.* *Security Monitoring & Incident Response:** Monitor security alerts and incidents related to vulnerabilities and patch management.* Assist in the investigation and response to security incidents that involve unpatched systems or EOL/EOS software.* Provide recommendations for improving security posture and reducing vulnerability exposure.* *Documentation & Reporting:** Maintain accurate and detailed documentation of vulnerability assessments, patch management activities, and EOL/EOS software remediation efforts.* Generate reports for management, highlighting the status of vulnerabilities, patching, and EOL/EOS software.* Contribute to the development of security policies and procedures related to vulnerability management.
*Qualifications:** *Education:** Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field. Relevant certifications (e.g., CompTIA Security+, CEH) are a plus.* *Experience:** Some experience or internships in vulnerability management, server OS patching, or software lifecycle management.* Familiarity with vulnerability management tools (e.g., Nessus, Qualys, Rapid7).* Basic understanding of operating systems (Windows, Linux) and their respective patching processes.* Knowledge of ITIL processes and change management is a plus.* *Skills:** Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.* Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.* Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy and compliance.* Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $25.00 - $30.00 per hour
Benefits:* Dental insurance* Health insurance* Vision insuranceSchedule:* Day shift
Experience:* Linux: 1 year (Required)* Cybersecurity: 1 year (Required)* Information security: 1 year (Required)
Ability to Commute:* Indianapolis, IN (Required)
Ability to Relocate:* Indianapolis, IN: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person