Cybersecurity Analyst(Remote)

<p style="margin-bottom:0cm;"><strong>About Us</strong></p><p style="margin-bottom:0cm;">At Codvo, we are committed to building scalable, future-ready data platforms that power business impact. We believe in a culture of innovation, collaboration, and growth, where engineers can experiment, learn, and thrive. Join us to be part of a team that solves complex data challenges with creativity and cutting-edge technology.</p><p style="margin-bottom:0cm;"><br></p><div><strong>Role Overview:</strong></div><div>The Cybersecurity Analyst will play a key role in ensuring the organization’s compliance, governance, and security posture under the GRC framework. This role involves managing audits, collecting and maintaining evidence, conducting vulnerability assessments, and assisting in strengthening the overall security infrastructure. The ideal candidate will have strong attention to detail, experience with security tools, and a solid understanding of compliance requirements. </div><div><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></div><div><strong>Security & GRC</strong></div><ul style="margin-top:0in;" type="disc"><li>Support ongoing and upcoming <strong>security compliance and governance initiatives</strong>.</li><li>Ensure adherence to <strong>GRC policies and frameworks</strong> across projects and operations.</li><li>Assist in implementing and maintaining <strong>security controls and compliance measures</strong>.</li></ul><div><strong>Audit & Evidence Management</strong></div><ul style="margin-top:0in;" type="disc"><li>Manage <strong>internal and external audits</strong> under the GRC framework.</li><li>Ensure <strong>timely collection, validation, and documentation of audit evidence</strong>.</li><li>Maintain an organized <strong>evidence repository</strong> for audit and compliance readiness.</li><li>Collaborate with cross-functional teams to close audit findings and improve processes.</li></ul><div><strong>Security Operations</strong></div><ul style="margin-top:0in;" type="disc"><li>Conduct <strong>regular vulnerability scans</strong> and ensure identified risks are mitigated.</li><li><strong>Review and maintain firewall configurations</strong> and ensure compliance with internal security policies.</li><li>Strengthen <strong>incident response processes</strong>, with a focus on <strong>Active Directory</strong> monitoring and remediation.</li><li>Review findings from <strong>security tools and reports</strong>, and provide recommendations for corrective actions.</li></ul><p><strong>Tools & Technologies</strong> Utilize and interpret results from the following tools and platforms:</p><ul style="margin-top:0in;" type="circle"><li><strong>Proofpoint</strong> – Email and threat protection</li><li><strong>SonarCloud</strong> – Source code analysis and security review</li><li><strong>Alert Logic</strong> – Managed detection and response (MDR)</li><li><strong>Burp Suite</strong> – Web application security testing</li><li><strong>Intune</strong> – Endpoint and device management</li><li><strong>Microsoft Security Suite</strong> – (Defender, Sentinel, etc.) for threat detection and response</li><li><strong>Island.io</strong> – Browser security platform (currently under testing phase)</li></ul><div><strong>Administrative & Reporting</strong></div><ul style="margin-top:0in;" type="disc"><li>Support <strong>administrative and evidence-based tasks</strong> related to compliance.</li><li>Prepare and maintain <strong>security and compliance reports</strong> for leadership review.</li><li>Track progress on <strong>security initiatives and audit readiness activities</strong>. </li></ul><div><strong>Qualifications & Skills:</strong></div><ul style="margin-top:0in;" type="disc"><li>Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field.</li><li>5 years of experience in <strong>cybersecurity, audit, or GRC-related roles</strong>.</li><li>Strong understanding of <strong>information security principles</strong>, <strong>compliance standards</strong>, and <strong>audit practices</strong>.</li><li>Hands-on experience with the listed <strong>security tools</strong> preferred.</li><li>Excellent <strong>documentation, communication, and coordination skills</strong>.</li><li>Detail-oriented, proactive, and able to handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. <img width="" height="auto" src="https://s3.amazonaws.com/files.freshteam.com/production/81739/attachments/6020929121/original/1762585846tbge8ZhU7U7n.png?1762585845" alt="1762585846uqMGzb7axJUH.png" class="fr-fic fr-dii" style="margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto; display: block; max-width: 620px; height: auto;" data-attachment-id="6020929121"></li></ul><p><strong>Preferred Certifications:</strong></p><p><strong>CompTIA Security+</strong>, <strong>CISA</strong>, <strong>CISM</strong>, <strong>CISSP</strong>, or equivalent certifications are an advantage.</p><p style="margin-top:4.0pt;margin-right:0cm;margin-bottom:4.0pt; margin-left:0cm;"><br></p>

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