Data Analyst (Data Security Specialization) - REI Systems

Overview

REI Systems’ mission is to deliver innovative technology solutions for Federal Clients. The foundation of our success is an unwavering determination to surpass our client’s expectations. We offer this same commitment to our employees by providing professional development, projects that are impactful and meaningful, and the flexibility to spend time with family and friends. We believe our employees are at their best when they are fulfilled in both their professional careers and their lives outside of work.  Learn more at REIsystems.com.  

Employees voted REI Systems a Washington Post Top Workplace in 2015, 2016, 2018, 2020, 2021, 2022 and 2023! 

Responsibilities

We are seeking a skilled Data Analyst with a strong background in cybersecurity to analyze, interpret and take action to data related to security incidents, threats, and vulnerabilities to join our team to support our federal clients. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of cybersecurity principles and methodologies, role based access controls specific to protecting data, along with advanced data analysis skills to derive actionable insights. The ideal candidate will also play a pivotal role in ensuring the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of our data platform and be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining robust security measures to protect sensitive information. Experience in data and analytics, application development, cloud environments (Azure preferred) or related experience is preferred. 

• Monitor and respond to data security incidents, conducting thorough investigations and implementing corrective actions.
• Conduct deep-dive analysis into security incidents, breaches, and other cybersecurity events to identify root causes and recommend remediation measures.
• Monitor and assess the effectiveness of cybersecurity controls and processes through quantitative analysis and performance metrics.
• Design and implement security controls to safeguard data in transit and at rest.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including security operations, threat intelligence, and data platform teams to gather data requirements and ensure data accuracy and relevance.
• Develop and maintain data security documentation, including policies, procedures, and guidelines.
• Stay abreast of industry trends and emerging technologies to proactively address potential security risks.

Qualifications

Qualifications: 

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, or a related field. 
• Minimum 3 years of proven experience as a Database Administrator or Database Security Administrator. 
• Strong knowledge of database management systems, such as Oracle, SQL Server, MySQL, or PostgreSQL. 
• Proficiency in database security concepts and techniques, including access controls, encryption, authentication, and authorization mechanisms such as dynamic data masking and row level security. 
• Experience with Role-Based Access Controls (RBAC) and Attribute-Based Access Controls (ABAC) 
• Experience with database security tools and technologies, such as database-level firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and encryption key management solutions. 
• Experience in data and analytics, application development, cloud environments (Azure preferred) or related experience is preferred.  
• Familiarity with regulatory compliance requirements, such as FISMA, NIST, HIPAA, and PCI DSS. 

• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail. 
• Effective communication and collaboration skills. 

• Clearance: Eligible to obtain a public trust clearance

Location: Hybrid

Benefits:

• We offer a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package, and opportunities for professional development and career advancement in a collaborative and innovative work environment.
• If you are a dedicated Data Analyst/Data Security Specialist looking to contribute your expertise to a forward-thinking organization, we encourage you to apply and become a valuable part of our team.

REI Systems complies with EEOC rules and regulations and condemns discrimination on the basis of age, race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, disability, or any other non-merit factor. Our company performs better when our workforce is representative of the broad spectrum of society and we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect.

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