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Senior Information Risk Analyst (Cybersecurity)

  • Location: New York, New York
  • Type: Direct Hire
  • Job #209

POSITION: Senior Information Risk Analyst (Cybersecurity) 

LOCATION: New York, New York

COMPENSATION: Competitive Salary to $180,000, depending on experience

OVERVIEW: Seeking a senior IT Risk analyst to lead cybersecurity efforts at a top law firm and to provide security assurance

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: 

  • Risk assess firm practices and processes in accordance with cybersecurity needs

  • Create audit reports and use analysis to remedy gaps in security

  • Assess control environment of applications and practices under review

  • Conduct risk assessments of third-party vendors

  • Ensure full compliance with firm policies

  • Facilitate compliance with global regulations related to privacy and information security

  • Train employees on best practices for cybersecurity year-round

  • Provide immediate response during potential breaches of security and other security incidents

 

REQUIREMENTS:

  • Bachelor’s Degree Required, Master’s Degree preferred

  • CISSP, CISA and GIAC certifications 

  • 5+ years in IT security, Cyber Security or Risk Assurance 

  • Excellent interpersonal communication skills

  • Strong knowledge of the following frameworks: COBIT, COSO, ISO 27000, and NIST

  • Experience using security tools (DLP, SIEM, NAC, A/V, EDR, etc.)

  • Attention to detail and ability to ensure proper documentation

  • Self-starter and interest in spearheading best practices within IT security for global company