Windstream · 1 month ago
Cyber Security Risk Analyst
United States
Full-time
Remote
Mid Level
$76K/yr - $104K/yrUniti is a premier insurgent fiber provider dedicated to enabling mission-critical connectivity across the United States. They are seeking a Cyber Security Risk professional to support their efforts in safeguarding operations through detailed risk assessments and actionable reporting. This role is essential in fortifying their defenses against evolving cybersecurity challenges.
Internet
Responsibilities
Conduct Comprehensive Risk Assessments: Perform in-depth security evaluations on Uniti's internal processes and third-party vendors to identify risks, assess potential threats, and recommend mitigation strategies
Develop Actionable Security Reports: Translate assessment findings into clear, detailed reports that articulate risks to Uniti’s infrastructure, data, and customer trust, providing actionable insights for risk treatment and mitigation
Implement Security Frameworks: Apply relevant cybersecurity frameworks such as NIST CSF, NIST Privacy and NIST 800-53 in the assessment process to ensure comprehensive coverage of potential security vulnerabilities
Ensure Regulatory Compliance: Monitor and evaluate compliance with applicable legal and regulatory requirements (e.g., SOX, PCI, GDPR), ensuring that all risk assessments and mitigation plans adhere to these obligations
Utilize Security Technologies: Leverage advanced security tools and technologies for issue and threat analysis to support the risk assessment process
Facilitate Cross-Departmental Collaboration: Work closely with various departments within Uniti, providing cybersecurity consultation and fostering a culture of security awareness and best practices throughout the organization
Adheres to all Uniti and IT policies and procedures: Ensure all activities and assessments align with organizational policies and cybersecurity protocols
Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned: Take on additional tasks and responsibilities that support the overall goal of enhancing Uniti’s cybersecurity posture
Qualification
Required
Significant security experience
Strong understanding of information security risks and technologies
Ability to conduct comprehensive risk assessments
Ability to develop actionable security reports
Ability to implement security frameworks such as NIST CSF, NIST Privacy and NIST 800-53
Ability to ensure regulatory compliance with legal and regulatory requirements (e.g., SOX, PCI, GDPR)
Ability to utilize security technologies for issue and threat analysis
Ability to facilitate cross-departmental collaboration
Adherence to all Uniti and IT policies and procedures
Strong understanding of key cybersecurity frameworks such as NIST CSF, NIST Privacy and NIST 800-53
Proven experience in conducting thorough risk assessments of vendors and third-party service providers
Strong analytical and reporting skills
Knowledge of regulatory compliance including SOX, PCI, GDPR, CPNI
Collaborative and consultative skills
Commitment to continuous professional development in cybersecurity
Proactive self-management skills
Preferred
Maintaining active CRISC certification is a plus
Benefits
Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance Plans
401K Plan
Health & Flexible Savings Account
Life and AD&D, Spousal Life, Child Life Insurance Plans
Educational Assistance Plan
Company
Windstream
Windstream and Uniti have merged - Please follow us at Uniti Group, Inc.
Founded in 2006
10001+ employees
H1B Sponsorship
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2022 (2)
2020 (4)
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2019-01-02Acquired
Leadership Team
David Plakosh
VP of R&D / CTO - Allworx
Jeff Austin
Chief Technology Officer at Kinetic by Windstream
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