Senior Info Security Analyst Cover Letter

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

Previously, I was responsible for subject matter expertise on IT security technologies (endpoint, anti-virus, perimeter protections, network, IDS/IPS, etc.).

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Has to use knowledge, understanding, and experience of disparate skills
• Trains new analysts in incident response
• CSSP Incident Responder (either CEH, CFR, CSA+ (CySA+), GCFA, GCIH , or SCYBER cert) or
• CSSP Analyst (either CEH, CFR, CSA+ (CySA+), GCIA, GCIH, GICSP, or SCYBER cert)
• Develops analysts through training and knowledge sharing activities
• Monitors internal and external networks, systems, and applications for advanced security anomalies and events
• Trains analysts in incident detection and response
• Responds to cyber incidents, performing detailed analysis using complex security tools to determine root cause and impact

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

In the previous role, I was responsible for strategic advice through the environmental excellence network and technology development network to support implementation of the technology development strategy.

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

• Information security concepts, principles and components of a comprehensive information security program
• Application Security concepts including common application security issues such as OWASP Top 10
• Control frameworks and control objectives
• Well-developed understanding of Systems Development Lifecycle (SDLC)
• Intimate understanding of RMF implementation guidance
• Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Certified Authorization Professional (CAP), Certified Information Security Manager (CISM), or Certified Information Privacy Professional (CIPP-US/G/M) certifications preferable
• Understanding of project management concepts including agile workflow
• Manage the planning, implementation, and configuration of IA tools for the enterprise

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

In my previous role, I was responsible for identity and entitlement management functions for centralized business applications and infrastructure technologies residing on mainframe and distributed network platforms.

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:

• Communicating and supporting risk posture to internal and external assessors
• In-depth knowledge of security assessment/audit principles
• Implement DISA STIG (Security Technical Implementation Guide) requirements for Microsoft operating systems, services and roles (DNS, AD, ) and applications (MS Office)
• Create, deploy, and maintain standardized Windows 10 workstation images, via Windows Deployment Services (WDS) and System Center Configuration Manager (SCCM)
• Assist with the deployment of system updates and patches utilizing Microsoft System Center Configuration Manager (SCCM), Microsoft System Center Updates Publisher (SCUP), and Windows Software Update Services (WSUS)
• Implement DISA STIG (Security Technical Implementation Guide) requirements for device operating systems, services and roles
• Experience in applying security policies and controls (802.1x, ACS, STIGs, encryption devices)
• Experience with Firewalls, IP Tables, Cisco Adaptive Security Appliance (ASA) firewall devices, IP routing (including OSPF, BGP, EBGP, IBGP, BSR, and MPLS protocols), switching, or multicast

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

In my previous role, I was responsible for technical advice and assistance to resolve network issues and perform actions necessary to ensure IDS/IPS sensors are collecting and reporting network activity.

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:

• Experience triaging anomalous events of concern using insider threat detection tools to include User and Entity Behavior Analytics (UEBA) and Data Loss Prevention (DLP) capabilities
• Experience supporting multinational customers preferred
• Experience working with deployed personnel preferred
• The work is typically performed at client site locations, which requires proper safety precautions
• Experience collecting, analyzing and remediating logical access controls on a wide range of technologies like Windows, Active Directory, Unix/LINUX, Databases (Oracle, MS SQL, Sybase, DB2), and large platforms (AS/400, z/OS and NonStop)
• Strong experience with privileged access management technologies (like CyberArk)
• Strong Microsoft EXCEL and documentation skills (Microsoft WORD, PowerPoint)
• Experience with Ticketing Systems (like ServiceNow)

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

In the previous role, I was responsible for level 2/3 technical support for Core Network Security portfolio – include but not limited to Firewall, URL Filtering, Remote Access VPN & Network Access Control.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• With a broad range of security technologies, such as SIEM, endpoint protection, email security, NextGen Firewalls, data loss prevention (DLP), network access control (NAC), intrusion detection systems (IDS) and intrusion prevention systems (IPS), identity and access management (IAM), EDR, and certificate management
• Developing, documenting, and maintaining security procedures
• Pride of ownership in areas of responsibility -- individual and team's ownership
• Prepared to work outside their comfort zone and eager to learn
• Capacity to manage multiple responsibilities and competing priorities
• Able to identify personal strengths and weaknesses and commit to constant improvement
• With security and privacy frameworks (such as National Institute of Standards and Technology, Federal Financial Institutions Examination Council, New York State Department of Financial Services, and California Consumer Privacy Act)
• With industry frameworks (CSF, ISO, COBIT)