Network Security Analyst

Job Title: Network Security Analyst

Location: Remote

Duration: Contract - 7 months

Pay Range: $41/hr $45/hr (W2)

Job ID: 408207

About BCforward

BCforward is a leading global IT consulting and workforce solutions firm providing services and support to Fortune 500 and government clients. Founded in 1998, BCforward has grown with our customers needs into a full-service business solutions provider. With delivery centers and offices across North America and India, we take pride in building long-term relationships and delivering excellence through innovation, collaboration, and integrity.

Job Description

We are seeking a Security Analyst to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in network, host, data, and application security across multiple operating systems and a proven ability to detect, investigate, and remediate security incidents while maintaining and improving security controls.

Responsibilities:

• Perform basic vulnerability scans using vendor tools and document findings.


• Monitor security audit logs and intrusion detection systems for anomalies and indicators of compromise.


• Investigate and escalate security violations, unauthorized access attempts, malware activity, and other security events, and report outcomes.


• Assist with engineering analysis, design, and support for firewalls, networks, and operating systems.


• Support product evaluations and recommend security products and services; validate and test basic security architectures and designs.


• Develop, test, and operate firewalls, intrusion detection systems, enterprise anti-virus solutions, and software deployment tools.


• Review and recommend installation, modification, or replacement of hardware or software components and security-impacting configurations.


• Provide oversight and enforcement of security directives, standards, plans, and procedures at server sites.


• Manage escalations and triage time-sensitive incidents with technical teams, vendors, and corporate information security.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience; computer science or related field preferred.


• Three or more years in network, host, data, and/or application security across multiple operating systems.


• Proficiency with IP networking and protocols and understanding of security technologies.


• Experience with internet, web, application, and network security techniques.


• Experience with operating system security for Windows and Linux or similar environments.


• Experience with authentication technologies such as Okta and SailPoint.


• Security certifications such as CISSP or CCNA are preferred but not required.

Preferred Skills:

• Strong communication, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.


• Ability to perform and interpret vulnerability assessments and administer security operations.


• Ability to balance and prioritize work in a business professional environment.

Why BCforward?

At BCforward, we believe in advancing lives and careers. When you join our team, you gain access to:

• Competitive compensation and benefits


• Opportunities for growth with global clients


• A supportive, inclusive culture that values innovation and people


• Exposure to cutting-edge technologies and projects

About Our Commitment

BCforward is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.

Interested? Apply Now!

If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, please apply with your most recent resume.