Cyber Security Analyst

Gannett Fleming is looking for a Cybersecurity Analyst to join our Safety and Security team. This person will work directly with our client, who is located in downtown Los Angeles, and must be on-site five days per week. The client is one of the nation's largest transportation agencies for bus and rail lines and needs an analyst who can work between the IT and OT departments. Join our team!

As a Security Analyst, you will perform a broad range of complex technical and professional work functions to analyze and protect IT and OT systems, network, and data across the enterprise. The role is technical and requires an in depth understanding of information and cyber security technologies and functions. The role also requires an understanding of business goals/strategy and operational requirements in a fast paced environment.

Candidates must have or be willing to obtain a CISSP or similar certificate within a year of employment.

Responsibilities:

• Supports security assessments of technology systems and recommends system changes to ensure adherence to standards, policy, guidelines, strategies, and security best business practices.
• Generating, gathering, and tracking security metrics, developing scorecards for the metrics, and communicating the results to leadership.
• Participates in planning sessions related to projects or new technologies to implement process improvement within the functional area.
• Builds relationships with engineers, stakeholders, and security champions, to incorporate security principles into engineering design and deployments.
• Regularly research and learn new tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs) in public and closed forums, and work with colleagues to assess risk and implement/validate controls.
• Basic understanding of ICS/SCADA cybersecurity controls and concerns.
• Understands the TCP/IP stack with prior hands-on expertise securing diverse LAN, WAN, VPN, and wireless environments for large organizations.
• Develops and updates technical documentation (network architecture text and diagrams, security plan controls, and risk assessment, etc.)
• Supports the evaluation and recommendation of hardware and software systems that provide security functions. Familiarity with and ability to investigate Intrusion Detection System (IDS) alerts Incident management, forensic investigation, response, and reporting.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Cybersecurity, Engineering, or related field plus 3+ years of relevant experience.
• 3+ years of junior Cyber Security experience in Operation Technology field and familiar with Homeland Security requirement for compliance.
• 3+ years of junior Cyber Security experience in working knowledge in Operation Technology network system including Remote Terminal Units (RTU), Programmable Logic Control (PLC), interface requirement of Traction Power Substation, Automatic Train Control Systems and various Rail Communication Systems.
• Experience working SCADA system network, Firewall configuration, local networking and Cable Transmission System (CTS).
• Must possess excellent customer service, strong communication and interpersonal skills, work well with others in an integrated team environment, and must be self motivated.
• Experience with industry standard information security technologies.
• Experience performing technical risk and vulnerability assessments.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Expertise in performing cybersecurity assessments, risk management, governance, and compliance management.
• Experience working within critical infrastructure systems, specifically rail transport experience would be a big plus.
• Knowledge of Payment Card Industry (PCI), National Institute of Standards (NIST), Center for Internet Security (CIS) or International Standards Organization (ISO) requirements.
• Working with U.S. Government agencies and having experience working with security requirements from DHS, CISA, and TSA.
• Experience with Palo Alto, Darktrace, and Cisco security products a bonus.
• Professional security related certifications (e.g. Security+, CISSP, CISM, CCSP, etc.)

At Gannett Fleming, we believe in improving the lives of the people we serve. We believe in innovation and social responsibility. We believe in the diversity of our team and the creative solutions they provide. We believe in embracing change and emerging technologies while maintaining an unmatched standard of quality. We believe in creating an environment where employees can thrive at home and at work. We believe in engaging our employees, building lasting relationships with our clients, and, in turn, making a difference in the world.

We offer a comprehensive benefits program, which includes medical, dental, vision and life insurance, our tax-deferred 401 (K) savings plan, and the opportunity to incentive compensation for eligible positions. We are committed to your personal growth and professional development, so we offer tuition reimbursement, access to internal and external training programs and support active participation in professional organizations.

Gannett Fleming is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veterans’ status or other characteristics protected by law. 

Unsolicited resumes from third party agencies will be considered the property of Gannett Fleming; Relocation assistance not offered for this position, local candidates will be given preference.

CALIFORNIA APPLICANTS

Applicants in the County of Los Angeles - Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

Applicants in the City of San Francisco - Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Applicants in the State of California - Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the California Fair Chance Act.

Gannett Fleming does require the successful completion of a criminal background check for all advertised positions.

Location: Los Angeles, CA

Core Business Hours: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Employment Status: Full-Time 

Internal Requisition ID: 2024-11391

Salary Range: $83,000 - $105,000

Salary dependent upon experience and geographic location

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