Information Security Analyst Cover Letter

In response to your job posting for information security analyst, I am including this letter and my resume for your review.

Previously, I was responsible for subject matter expert technical guidance related to regulatory requirements such as PCI, HIPAA, local and state government requirements, and other compliance mandates within OTS and business units.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• Experience supporting regulatory and compliance programs such as HIPAA, PCI, MA 201 CMR 17
• Experience designing and implementing controls within corporate networks to include computer/network security and operating systems such as UNIX, Linux, and WINDOWS, LAN/WAN internetworking protocols such as TCP/IP and network perimeter protection (firewalls)
• Comfortable with Microsoft Office applications including PowerPoint and Visio
• Experience analyzing and correlating information contained within network, event, and security logs
• Knowledge and experience in virus, malware, ransomware, and rootkit prevention, identification, and cleanup
• Familiarity with web application platforms such as Apache, Tomcat, JBoss, etc
• Familiarity with web application languages such as Java, ColdFusion, PHP, etc
• Should have experience working with, briefing, and leading a diverse group of consumers in a distributed, global environment

I would like to submit my application for the information security analyst opening. Please accept this letter and the attached resume.

In my previous role, I was responsible for expert support in all areas, including application development, of multiple platform operating systems and state-of-the-art operating system support tools, including a broad understanding of the interaction between such packages.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Requires highly developed communication skills
• Qualification in Security Technologies, practice, methodologies and standards
• Professional information Security Certification such as ISMS, CISSP, CISA, CISM or GIAC
• Experience working with technology from Key Security vendors such as Splunk, Syslog Cisco, Palo Alto, RSA, HP, Imperva, Fortinet, Trend Micro, FireEye, Checkpoint, Symantec and Intel Security
• Understanding the Security Industry and evolution of technologies, threats and vulnerabilities
• Knowledge of Security Technologies, architectural design principles and methodologies, industry standards and guidelines and best modern practices
• Use knowledge and experience to identify risk
• CISSP is preferred but not a requirement if background has extensive diversity in various aspects of information security

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the information security analyst position.

In my previous role, I was responsible for technical leadership across the company, presenting a solid knowledge and expertise in the security practices addressing the various platforms, systems, and applications employed within the Visa stack.

I reviewed the requirements of the job opening and I believe my candidacy is an excellent fit for this position. Some of the key requirements that I have extensive experience with include:

• Host IPS, Web Content Filtering
• Data Network Equipment (Routers, Switches)
• Security information and event managers (SIEM)
• Experience working with Cisco, switches, routers, and firewalls
• B.E / B.Tech or equivalent in Information Security or related field
• Knowledge of hacker attack techniques and mitigating controls
• Skilled at performing web application penetration testing and the use of various tools including Metasploit and Burp
• Knowledge of the detection and mitigation of the OWASP Top 10 web vulnerabilities

In response to your job posting for information security analyst, I am including this letter and my resume for your review.

In the previous role, I was responsible for oversight and continued compliance for HIPAA and PCI Compliance programs.

My experience is an excellent fit for the list of requirements in this job:

• Critical member of the incident response team
• Knowledge of security aspects of multiple platforms, operating systems, software, communications and network protocols or an equivalent combination of education and work experience
• General knowledge of (or interest in) Identity and Access Management including SSO, SAML, Federation, User Directories
• Support variety of tasks including product upgrades, patches, incident tickets and project work
• Basic Unix/Linux
• Understanding of industry best practices including ISO 17799/13335, NIST, COBIT, SANS
• Subject matter expertise in at least two technology-related disciplines
• Proven experience in security/infrastructure protection and information security management

Please consider me for the information security analyst opportunity. I am including my resume that lists my qualifications and experience.

In the previous role, I was responsible for analysis, counsel, and direction to personnel of operating units to analyze problems and develop solutions, as well as assure efficient operation of existing systems and programs.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Demonstrable skill successfully managing medium scale projects with a wide variety technical and business stakeholders
• Broad understanding of all IT functions, services and responsibilities within a company with global business operations including Operations, Engineering, Development, and support
• Understanding of network services at the port and protocol layers
• Demonstrable understanding of information security best practices in the areas of Identity and access management, change management and configuration management
• Working knowledge of IT Audit practices and frameworks and how to apply them pragmatically to an information systems environment
• Associate ISSP or CISSP
• Background in the banking business or having worked with a business unit of advantage
• Prior experience with DB’s applications in a developer or IT Assest Owner role or defining business requirements would be an advantage