Who We Are

VBG (Veteran Benefits Guide) was founded by a former active-duty United States Marine with the goal of ensuring that Veterans receive the correct disability benefits in a timely manner. VBG has successfully guided over 35,000 Veterans by submitting their VA (Veteran Affairs) disability claims, resulting in increased compensation benefits for their disabilities that are related to active-duty service. As a company founded by a Veteran and staffed by many Veterans and families of Veterans, Veteran Benefits Guide is committed to advocating for policies that protect the rights and interests of former service members.

Summary

The Security Analyst is a critical member of the Information Technology (IT) department responsible for safeguarding the organization's digital assets, networks, and systems against cyber threats and security breaches. This role involves monitoring, analyzing, and responding to security incidents, implementing security measures, and ensuring compliance with established security policies and procedures.

Basic Function/Responsibilities

Continuously monitor the organization's network and systems for security threats and vulnerabilities.
Respond to security incidents promptly and efficiently, conducting investigations and implementing mitigation measures.
Maintain incident logs and generate reports for management.
Conduct regular security assessments, penetration tests, and vulnerability scans to identify and address weaknesses.
Collaborate with IT teams to remediate vulnerabilities and recommend best practices for security improvements.
Assist in developing and implementing security policies, procedures, and standards.
Ensure compliance with relevant regulations, standards, and industry best practices (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability), ISO (Information Security Office) 27001).
Stay informed about emerging cyber threats and vulnerabilities by monitoring threat intelligence sources.
Analyze and assess the impact of security threats, providing insights to improve security posture.
Maintain and configure security tools such as firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and antivirus software.
Conduct research and recommend the adoption of new security technologies.
Promote security awareness among employees through training programs and communication.
Assist in developing educational materials and conducting security drills.
Document all security incidents and breaches for review and reporting.
Communicate findings and recommendations to relevant stakeholders and management.
Manage user access and permissions, ensuring proper authentication and authorization processes.
Administer and maintain Identity and Access Management (IAM) systems.
Participate in security audits and reviews, both internal and external.
Collaborate with auditors to provide required information and address findings.
Triage and troubleshoot IT support tickets, as necessary.
Excel in a team-oriented environment, displaying attention to detail and a strong sense of responsibility and urgency toward our clients and users.
Demonstrate the ability to work with minimal supervision, independently, and seek guidance from IT management, as necessary.

Required Experience

Strong knowledge of cybersecurity principles, best practices, and current threats.
Proficiency in using security tools and technologies.
Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
Strong communication and teamwork skills.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to evolving security challenges.
Previous experience in a security-related role within an IT department is preferred but not mandatory for entry-level positions.
Experience with security incident response, vulnerability assessment, and security tools is a significant advantage.
Professional certifications such as CompTIA Security+, Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), or Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) are a plus.

Education: Bachelor’s degree preferred (Cybersecurity, Engineering/CS/Information Systems, etc.) or equivalent experience.

Management Responsibilities: This position will not have any direct reports.

Position Type

This is a full-time position.
Working hours are Monday through Friday, from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with in-office attendance required three times per week with the rest of the time being remote.
More days in office may be required as needed.
Occasional after-hours coverage may be necessary.

Travel: Offsite training or meeting travel is estimated to be less than 10%.

Job Type: Full-time, Exempt.

About Veteran Benefits Guide

Veteran Benefits Guide was founded by former United States Marine, Joshua Smith. Josh was employed by the Veteran Benefits Administration (VA) as a Rating Veteran Service Representative (Rater). While working in this capacity Josh was thoroughly trained on the VA’s Disability Compensation System. During his tenure at the VA, he discovered many inefficiencies in the way Veterans' disability ratings were evaluated. He witnessed firsthand how the VA’s method of deciding Veterans’ disability ratings was heavily flawed and designed a system to address those deficiencies. Recognizing the need to provide Veterans a better option for processing their VA disability claims, Josh set out to create a means to expedite them through the VA claim process while also obtaining the benefits Veterans deserve. Years later, VBG has successfully guided over 10,000 Veterans with submitting their VA disability claims, resulting in substantially increased compensation benefits for their disabilities which are related to active duty service.

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