Lead Cyber Security Analyst

Lead Cyber Security Analyst

Posted: June 18, 2025 Job Type: Permanent Industry: Cybersecurity

Are you a seasoned cybersecurity professional ready to make a significant and lasting mark in the industry? Our client, a recognized leader in their field, is actively seeking an experienced Lead Cyber Security Analyst to join their dynamic team. This pivotal, senior-level role is crucial for driving the company’s IT security initiatives, maintaining robust security systems, and providing leadership to a skilled team of professionals dedicated to safeguarding critical organizational assets.

Location & Compensation:

• Location: Primarily Remote, with required in-person/on-site presence a few days every month at either the Newark, NJ, or Bethpage, Long Island, NY office.
• Base Compensation: $150,000 – $180,000 annually, plus a 15% Annual Target Bonus.

Summary:

As the Lead Cyber Security Analyst, you’ll be at the forefront of the client’s defense strategies. This role demands a proactive and hands-on leader who can not only manage complex security projects but also provide technical guidance and foster best practices within the team. You’ll be instrumental in identifying vulnerabilities, mitigating risks, and implementing comprehensive security measures to protect the organization’s information systems effectively in an evolving threat landscape.

Role Responsibilities:

Your contributions in this leadership role will include:

• Cyber Security Project Leadership: Taking the helm as a project lead for critical cybersecurity initiatives. This includes demonstrating expertise in managing and implementing a wide array of security technologies such as antivirus solutions, Intrusion Detection/Prevention Systems (IDS/IPS), and advanced endpoint detection & response (EDR) platforms.
• Comprehensive Data Protection: Spearheading efforts in data protection. This involves applying proficiency in data loss prevention (DLP) strategies and various data encryption techniques to ensure that all sensitive information remains consistently protected throughout its lifecycle.
• Hands-on Technical Leadership: Providing proven, hands-on technical guidance and invaluable mentorship to team members. You’ll ensure that best practices are rigorously followed, fostering a culture of continuous learning and excellence within the security operations team.
• Proactive Problem Solving & Risk Mitigation: Displaying adeptness at swiftly identifying security vulnerabilities, effectively mitigating identified risks, and proactively implementing robust security measures to comprehensively protect information systems from evolving threats.
• Security Operations Enhancement: Collaborating closely with cross-functional teams to implement and oversee advanced cybersecurity protocols, ensuring robust protection at every level of the organization’s IT infrastructure.

Skills Required:

To excel in this role, you should possess a strong blend of technical expertise and leadership qualities:

• Technology Proficiency: A minimum of 8+ years of experience in security IT, with a strong preference for experience gained within cloud computing environments and a proven track record of implementing security measures within cloud-forward architectures.
• Cybersecurity Analyst Expertise: Employing deep analytical expertise in leveraging various security technologies, including Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) systems, firewalls, IDS, and other critical security tools.
• Team Collaboration: A demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with diverse teams, ensuring seamless integration and oversight of cybersecurity protocols across the enterprise.
• Educational Background: A Bachelor’s degree in a related field is preferred, or a minimum of 12+ years of experience in an IT-related field will be considered as equivalent work experience.

Benefits & Additives:

Our client values their employees and offers a comprehensive benefits package:

• Health, Medical, Dental, and Vision healthcare plans.
• 401K Match program.
• Approximately 5% travel required for on-site presence and other business needs.

If you are a driven and experienced cybersecurity professional ready to lead and innovate within a forward-thinking organization, we encourage you to apply now! We look forward to discussing this great opportunity with you.