Abbott · 6 hours ago
Cybersecurity Analyst
Lake Forest, IL
Contract
Onsite
Mid LevelAbbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. They are seeking a Cybersecurity Analyst to perform risk-based assessments, conduct threat modeling, and collaborate with stakeholders to enhance cybersecurity strategies.
BiotechnologyEmergency MedicineGeneticsHealth CareHealth DiagnosticsManufacturingMedicalMedical DeviceNutritionPharmaceutical
Responsibilities
Perform risk-based cybersecurity assessments using the NIST Cybersecurity Framework
Conduct Threat Modeling to identify and evaluate cybersecurity risks
Review vulnerability information and assess risk impact, exploitability, and residual risk
Maintain and update vulnerability risk registers and risk treatment documentation
Evaluate the adequacy of existing security controls (e.g., access controls, encryption, vulnerability management, logging) as a part of assessments
Document assessment results clearly and support risk-based decision making
Collaborate with system owners and stakeholders to gather evidence and clarify system context
Support management in the continuous improvement of cybersecurity strategies, policies, and standards to safeguard company information, systems, and technology assets
Qualification
Required
Proven experience with a wide range of information security processes and principles, including but not limited to risk assessments, threat modeling, risk analysis, and defense in depth
Practical understanding of NIST CSF, NIS2 EU Directive and risk-based security principles
Strong capability in identifying, analyzing, and mitigating cybersecurity threats using a risk driven approach
Solid and broad cybersecurity background, including strong knowledge of regulatory requirements and industry best practices
Strong analytical, communication and documentation skills, with ability to collaborate effectively with diverse teams
Self-driven and proactive, with a demonstrated ability to take initiative and work independently
Experience using Microsoft Office 365 tools, including Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Power BI
Master's degree in Cybersecurity (preferred) / Master's degree in computer science or related technical discipline (second preference) bachelor's degree in cybersecurity or related field (third preference)
CompTIA Security+ (preferred / nice to have)
Performing cybersecurity risk-based assessments
Hands-on past work experience on NIST Framework
Risk based cybersecurity Threat identification and mitigation activities
Strong Cybersecurity background
Preferred
Master's degree in Cybersecurity (preferred)
CompTIA Security+ (preferred / nice to have)
Other relevant cybersecurity certifications related to risk management or frameworks
Benefits
Medical and Prescription Drug Plans
Dental Plan
Vision Plan
Health Savings Account (for High-Deductible Health Plans)
Flexible Spending Accounts (Health, Limited Purpose, Dependent Care, Commuter Parking and Commuter Transit)
Supplemental Life Insurance
Short Term Disability (coverage varies by state)
Long Term Disability
Critical Illness, Hospital coverage, Accident Insurance
MetLife Legal, MetLife ID Fraud, and MetLife Pet Insurance
401(k)
Company
Abbott
Abbott is a healthcare company that produces diagnostic kits, medical devices, nutritional products, and branded generic medicines.
Founded in 1888
10001+ employees
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2021 (1)
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$6.79M2011-03-15Post Ipo Debt· $0.1M
2009-03-16Post Ipo Debt· $6.69M
1980-12-12IPO
Leadership Team
Robert Ford
President & Chief Executive Officer
Mike Peterson
Senior Vice President
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