Sr. Cyber Security Analyst

If you think your skills, experience and aspirations make you a good match for this position, we encourage you to apply. This position may be filled anywhere in the United States. Preference may be given to candidates that can work in one of the CannonDesign locations.    ABOUT THE ROLE

As a Cybersecurity Analyst, you will be responsible for supporting and monitoring CannonDesign's cybersecurity operations. The Cybersecurity Analyst is a cybersecurity professional who monitors security alerts, investigates security incidents, conducts risk assessments, implements security controls, and contributes to the development of security policies & procedures. The ideal candidate has strong analytical skills, a proactive mindset, and a passion for defending digital assets in an ever-evolving threat landscape.

HERE'S WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Monitor, analyze and respond to security events, identify vulnerabilities, and develop strategies to address security incidents.
• Conduct vulnerability assessments, risk analysis, and security audits to identify weaknesses in systems and processes.
• Follow, prepare, design, and test security incident response procedures and playbooks.
• Develop, implement, and maintain cybersecurity policies, procedures, and best practices and ensure compliance industry standards (e.g., CMMC, NIST SP 800-53 & 171, SOC 2).
• Deploy, manage and maintain all security controls, systems and their corresponding or associated software, including endpoint security software, intrusion detection systems, cryptography systems, and privileged account management software.
• Participant in and/or lead the implementation of security controls, tools, and infrastructure to protect systems and data.
• Serve as a technical security expert, offering advice and support to IT and business units
• Stay informed on emerging cyber threats, attack vectors, and best practices, proactively recommending strategies to strengthen security posture.

  HERE'S WHAT YOU'LL NEED

• Bachelor’s degree in cybersecurity, computer science, a related field or equivalent work experience.
• Minimum 8-10+ years’ experience in Information Technology, with 5+ years focused in cybersecurity.
• Cybersecurity certifications are a plus (CompTIA Security+, CEH, GSEC, CISM, CISSP).
• In-depth knowledge of IT infrastructure, including cloud platforms, operating systems (Windows & Linux/UNIX), and network components (routers, switches, firewalls, wireless access points).
• Experience working with Endpoint Protection Platforms, such as Microsoft Defender, SentinelOne Complete, etc.
• Experience working with enterprise identity and access management solutions.
• Experience on SSO (Single-Sign-On) technologies including SAML, federation of identities (IdP and SP), multi-factor authentication.
• Experience securing Azure and O365 environments; AWS is a plus.
• Experience working with enterprise SIEM platforms or Managed Detection and Response (MDR) services.
• Experience working with Zero Trust solutions.
• Experience with CMMC, NIST 800-171, and SOC 2 a plus.
• Working knowledge of Public Key Infrastructure, digital certificates and public-key encryption.
• Strong understanding of enterprise security architecture design, security concepts, principles, and technologies.
• Strong understanding of networking fundamentals and principals.       
• Strong communication, collaboration, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple projects independently while maintaining a security-first, customer-focused approach.

  The salary range for this position is $101,420.00 - $126,720.00 annually.  This salary range is the range we believe is the anticipated range of possible base compensation at the timing of the posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the anticipated salary range for the position. Employees may be eligible for discretionary bonuses. We offer a full benefit package including medical, dental and vision coverage and flexible spending account options and voluntary insurances. We have paid time off, flex-time schedules, remote work options and a 401k plan and employee perk programs. For a general overview of our benefits, please visit our careers page at https://www.cannondesign.com/careers/benefits. Actual compensation may vary from posting based on geographic location, work experience, education and/or skill level.   ABOUT OUR FIRM CannonDesign is a design practice where strategy, experience, architecture, engineering, and social impact converge. We don’t just dream up solutions — we create and bring them to life in ways to solve some of the biggest challenges facing our clients and the society. At the heart of everything we do is Living-Centered Design, a bold commitment to using our talents to not just improve the world but to truly reshape it for the better. It’s more than a philosophy — it’s who we are, and it drives us to make a meaningful, lasting difference every day.   ABOUT WORKING HERE

• We are relentless in our pursuit of client adoration (not simply satisfaction). Consistent delivery of the best service is what we are about.
• We are committed to ensuring our practice is equitable for all employees, representative of the communities around us – and focused on the future of design. We advocate for equity, diversity, and inclusion efforts through the leadership of our DEI Council, Employee Resource Groups and other community advocacy initiatives.
• We’re about communication and transparency here. If you want to talk to someone about an idea you have, or a challenge that needs addressing, we’re ready for you.

Please note that candidates can only apply to our positions on our company Careers site. It's not uncommon for scammers to create positions that look legitimate on other sites; never enter your information or apply for CannonDesign positions on any platform. Should an issue arise that you feel we should be aware of, please contact us. Please provide your resume and portfolio when applying.   As a condition of employment, all employees are expected to complete mandatory training, including compliance training, within required timeframes and adhere to our internal policies and our Code of Conduct.   CannonDesign is an Equal Opportunity Employer. CannonDesign is committed to maintaining a work environment that is free from any and all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment. It is therefore the firm’s policy to prohibit discrimination and harassment against any applicant, CannonDesign employee, vendor, contractor, or client on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy, veteran status, genetic information, citizenship status, or any other basis prohibited by law. It is also CannonDesign’s policy to prohibit any and all forms of retaliation against any individual who has complained of harassing or discriminatory conduct, or participated in a firm or agency investigation into such complaints.