IT Security Analyst - USA Based at Canadian Bank Note Company

Danville, Virginia, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

20 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

20 Jan, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Linux Administration, Configuration Management, Automation Tools, Security Frameworks, SIEM Systems, Incident Response, Vulnerability Management, Scripting Languages, Collaboration, Communication, Problem Solving, Technical Curiosity, Resilience, Adaptability, Compliance, Documentation

Industry

IT Services and IT Consulting

Description

Company Description CBN STI is a subsidiary of Canadian Bank Note (CBN) Company, Limited. CBN designs and develops industry leading solutions for the following domains: Driver Identification and Vehicle Information, Border Security, Civil Identity, Currency and Excise Control, and Lottery and Charitable Gaming. To learn more, visit www.cbnco.com. What we can offer you... Compensation: We seek long term relationships with our employees and recognize and reward them with a competitive total compensation package that includes: A 401k with company matching contributions (up to 4% when contributing 5% of your salary); Group health, dental, vision, and life insurance; Access to the market leading employee and family assistance program; Access to virtual mental health and wellness apps. Career: As a knowledge-based organization we will provide you with a wealth of learning opportunities and challenging work that will grow your knowledge, skills and abilities. At CBN STI, we encourage and empower our employees to chart their own career path, putting you in control of your future. Culture: Personal character is the foundation of our culture. Equality, diversity and inclusivity are also important to us as an organization, and we are committed to fostering and developing a work environment where every employee is treated with dignity and respect. Job Description Internal Job Title: IT Security Analyst Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time Job Location: United States (NY, NJ, PA, MD, DE, VA, NC, or WI-based preferred) Work Model: Remote (on-site employer/customer visits required) Position Summary As an IT Security Analyst at CBN Secure Technologies Inc., you will play a key role in both the strategic and hands-on protection of our enterprise systems. This is not a purely monitoring or compliance role — you will actively deploy, configure, and secure systems in complex on-premises environments where automation is central to our operations. You will be responsible for hardening infrastructure, integrating security systems into deployments, and directly supporting the secure configuration of enterprise applications while managing SIEM operations, incident response, and vulnerability reviews. Your work will also include building automation pipelines, performing system audits, and collaborating with infrastructure teams to enforce security standards from the ground up. We encourage fresh ideas and value your input on how security should be implemented, giving you the opportunity to shape our security program. Responsibilities Technical Security Operations Deploy, configure, and harden Linux systems and applications with a security-first approach, ensuring on-premises installations follow best practices. Build, maintain, and secure pipelines using automation and scripting languages to streamline configuration management and enforce security baselines. Collaborate with infrastructure and operations teams to integrate security into deployments, upgrades, and system migrations. Security Incident and Event Management Design, implement and maintain automated processes within the SIEM environment to enhance threat detection, incident response and log management. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate security controls and enhance the overall effectiveness of the SIEM solution. Develop and maintain automated responses to common security incidents. Operational Security Prime Collaborate with Risk and Compliance personnel to gather evidence for Compliance requirements (SOC II, ISO 27001, PCI, NIST 800-53, etc.). Develop and implement processes for daily/weekly/monthly evidence collection, ensuring accuracy, completeness and timeliness in response to audit requests. Collaborate with stakeholders to address compliance gaps and implement corrective actions. Technical Security Analysis Monitor SIEM alerts and investigate security incidents to determine the root cause and appropriate remediation actions. Design, implement and maintain automated security processes to enhance efficiency and reduce response times. Prioritize and remediate identified vulnerabilities in collaboration with system owners and IT teams. Create and maintain documentation related to security policies, procedures and configurations. Collaboration and Communication Communicate security risks and findings to technical and non-technical audiences effectively. Build relationships with stakeholders across groups to understand needs and requirements and the associated notification process. Qualifications Education and Knowledge Bachelor's degree in Computer Science (or similar) or an equivalent combination of relevant education and additional relevant work experience SANS, ISACA or GIAC certification is preferred Knowledge and experience with the following: Systems & Infrastructure Hands-on experience with Linux administration Experience with configuration management and automation tools (Puppet, Ansible, Terraform) Compliance & Frameworks Exposure to regulatory and security frameworks (NIST 800-53, SOC II, ISO 27001, PCI-DSS) Experience participating in audit evidence collection and remediation efforts is an asset Log Management and/or SIEM systems experience (asset) Experience 4+ years in Systems Administration or similar role 1+ year in an IT security related position is preferred Technical Environment OS/Command Line: Linux, Windows Security Technologies: IAM/RBAC, Conditional Access, MFA, H/NIDS, Traditional Perimeter and Endpoint security Automation Languages: Python, Ruby, Bash, PowerShell Source Control & CI/CD: Git, GitLab, GitHub, etc. Virtualization: VMWare, oVirt, XCPng, Kubernetes, Docker, etc. Standards & Benchmarks: CIS Benchmarks, DISA STIGs, NIST National Vulnerability Database (NVD), etc. Competencies and Soft Skills Self-Direction & Initiative Comfortable taking ownership of tasks with minimal supervision, proactively identifying areas for improvement, and driving them to completion. Analytical & Problem-Solving Mindset Ability to break down complex security and system challenges, identify root causes, and design practical, effective solutions under time constraints. Technical Curiosity & Growth Mindset Eagerness to learn new technologies, dive deep into open-source tools, and continuously improve both technical skills and security practices. Collaboration & Teamwork Strong interpersonal skills to work closely with IT operations, development, and compliance teams, fostering a cooperative and solution-focused culture. Clear & Adaptable Communication Capable of explaining technical issues to both technical and non-technical audiences, tailoring the message appropriately for stakeholders. Resilience & Adaptability Able to remain focused and effective under pressure, particularly during incident response, and flexible when priorities shift in a fast-paced environment. Mandatory Requirements Legal Status: Must be legally eligible to work in USA Language: Must be fluent in English (reading, writing, speaking) Travel: Ability to travel approx. 3-6 weeks/year Additional Information Equal Opportunity Employer CBN STI is committed to achieving a skilled and diversified workforce that reflects the diversity of the American population. We encourage applications from everyone, regardless of age, race, disability, gender identity, religion, sexual orientation, or marital status. We are also committed to developing inclusive, barrier-free selection processes and work environments. If contacted regarding this competition, please advise the interview coordinator of any accommodation measures you may require.

Responsibilities

The IT Security Analyst will deploy, configure, and secure systems while managing SIEM operations and incident response. They will also collaborate with teams to enforce security standards and enhance threat detection.