Security Analyst Cover Letter

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

In the previous role, I was responsible for review and analysis of vulnerability scan results from tools such as Nessus, Qualys, AppDetective, WebInspect, IBM AppScan, etc.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Understanding of authentication, authorization and auditing
• Experience with Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS/NESSUS), DISA Security Content Automation Protocol (SCAP), Host Based Security System (HBSS)
• Experience with evaluating network devices, , firewalls, switches, routers for STIG compliancy
• Ensure that IT remains in compliance with industry Guidelines within SOX, HIPAA, and PCI
• Gather security information, monitoring system access logs, analyze security trends, and determine when there are potential issues
• Monitor and advise IT management on security related issues to ensure internal controls are appropriate and operational
• Escalate, communicate, resolve, and document any issues arising within the operation
• Create, manage, and maintain user security awareness, training and education

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

Previously, I was responsible for backup for Vulnerability Scanning programme, installs, upgrades, patching, scans, reporting/MI, remediation tracking and recommendations to improve the service.

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:

• Installation of Splunk Forwarders in order to forward data from variety of sources to Splunk Indexers as per system architecture
• Managed Roles and Security in Splunk for better security and visibility
• Splunk Reporting capabilities to implement and enhance reporting as per business requirements
• Implementation of Dynamic Drilldowns which provides greater flexibility to the end user
• Support and/or administrative level knowledge of multiple operating systems, including Mid-range, Windows, UNIX
• Or other related discipline or an equivalent combination of education and work experience
• Interest in technology and security
• Motivated and eager to learn and contribute to new technologies

I am excited to be applying for the position of security analyst. Please accept this letter and the attached resume as my interest in this position.

Previously, I was responsible for review and analysis on vulnerability scan results from tools such as Nessus, Qualys, AppDetective, WebInspect, IBM AppScan, Burp Suite, etc.

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:

• Solid understanding of a variety of types of security technologies including but not limited to
• Strong communication and presentation skills in both English and Norwegian
• Norwegian citizenship, no dual citizenship since this is a customer requirement
• Solid troubleshooting and problem solving methods and techniquesDemonstrable experience in the realm of incident investigation, intrusion detection / handling, triage, networking, system log analytics, and SIEM
• Understanding identity and access management (IAM) technologies including directories, data hubs, and security Federated Identity Management
• Knowledge and practical application of SOX section 302 & 404 audit processes, controls, and remediation
• Knowledge of general application technology concepts such as Database and Server security models, file system security (Unix and MS)
• Basic understanding of application change management processes

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

Previously, I was responsible for eyes on glass monitoring using various monitoring tools such as Splunk and Nessus.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Moderate troubleshooting skills with Windows operating systems and Desktop Applications
• Strong technical knowledge in the field of information security and security risks gained through working in a corporate environment
• Experience of working with – and managing the delivery of – third party vendors
• Familiarity with Python/Ruby/Bash to automate tasks
• Comfortable to read code and quickly understand flows and patterns
• Experience with source code control repositories
• Familiarity with Linux Operation Systems
• Understanding of OWASP TOP 10 vulnerabilities, how they work and how to avoid them

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

Previously, I was responsible for technical support for the Nessus scanning solution including execution of scans, scan result breakdown and remediation of findings.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Understanding of Scripting (e.g., PERL, Python, PowerShell scripting) an advantage
• Agile / SaFe project management framework knowledge
• U.S. Based- Denver, CO
• Working knowledge of Linux and syslog from CLI
• Familiarization with a variety of information and network security monitoring tools (ArcSight SIEM, QRadar SIEM, Splunk, Arbor DDoS Mitigation, Cisco IDS/IPS, Netcool, and Imperva WAF, among others)
• Working knowledge of common operating systems (Windows, Linux)
• Experience with various operating systems, especially Windows server and Linux
• Experience with system hardening and patching