Security Analyst

Goodwin

Security Analyst overseeing information security systems for Goodwin Procter. Collaborating with diverse teams to enhance cybersecurity measures and ensure compliance.

Posted 7/14/2026full-timeSanta Monica • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $111,500 - $167,300 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in IT Security frameworks and solutions, with a strong focus on incident response, vulnerability management, and security policy development. Proficient in security automation and integration of security platforms, ensuring effective communication and collaboration across teams.

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Information Security Analyst ExperienceCISSP CertificationIT Security Frameworks KnowledgeSecurity Automation SkillsVulnerability Management Expertise

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Hard Skills

IT Security FrameworksIncident ResponseVulnerability ManagementSecurity Policy DevelopmentMalware AnalysisSecurity ConfigurationsProgramming Languages: Python, Powershell, Node.jsSecurity Automation: LogicApps, Power Automate, SplunkOperating Systems Security: Windows, Mac, LinuxCloud Platforms: Azure, AWS

Soft Skills

Technical CommunicationAnalytical SkillsProblem SolvingOrganizational SkillsInterpersonal Skills

Tools & Technologies

SIEM: Splunk, SentinelFirewalls: Cisco, Palo Alto NetworksIDS/IPS: Cisco, Palo Alto NetworksNAC: Cisco, ArubaVulnerability Management: Tenable, Rapid7

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s DegreeCISSP or Equivalent

Industry Keywords

Information SecuritySecurity AuditingSecurity Best PracticesITIL Service ManagementLegal Industry Security Standards

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AWSAzureCloudFirewallsJavaScriptLinuxNode.jsPythonSplunk

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Identify new threats to IT systems and create rules to identify, prevent and remediate.
Expand security auditing and ensuring the proper ongoing operations of security tools
Providing internal information security consulting for other business and IT projects. This includes identifying, documenting and implementing secure configurations and architectures.
Assist with the creation and maintenance of security policies, standards, guidelines and other documentation for IT and business audiences.
Responsible for security metrics on a monthly basis to ensure the proper service levels are maintained.
Support incident response lifecycle including identification, triage, remediation and communications for security breaches and malware infections.
Identify latest security vulnerabilities, malware, breaches, and industry news which could affect the firm
Maintains vulnerability management process including identification, rating, remediation and monitoring.
Provides additional coverage for approvals and notifications to other IT groups for critical time sensitive operations including firewall changes, password reset approvals, and application vetting.
Assist with automation of security processes, integration of security platforms, and creation of tools.
Ongoing reviews of access controls by investigating improper access; revoking access; reporting violations; monitoring requests; recommending improvements
Provides technical leadership for incident response capabilities including malware analysis, breach investigation, and remediation efforts.
Creation of internal training materials and other items to support the advancement of information security within the firm.
Maintains awareness of industry trends and their advantages with the ability to make recommendations for improving technology used by the firm.
Participates in and/or manages cross-functional team projects to implement new or updated technology.
Cross-trains other IT staff in security best practices, the use or maintenance of technology.
Effectively manages small projects.
Displays professionalism, quality service and a "can do" attitude to internal members/departments of the Firm as well as external clients and vendors via electronic and print correspondence, over the telephone and in-person.
Provides information security knowledge transfer to other IT staff and business
Assumes additional responsibilities as assigned.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent
Minimum of 3 years’ experience working in the capacity of an Information Security Analyst
CISSP or equivalent preferred
Expert knowledge in IT Security frameworks and solutions
Active participation in IT Security Forums inside/outside of the Legal Industry
Excellent technical communication skills with a strong desire to achieve customer satisfaction; must be able to communicate effectively across entire organizations.
Operating knowledge of security configurations with respect to one or more of the following security products SIEM: Splunk, Sentinel Firewalls: Cisco, Palo Alto Networks IDS/IPS: Cisco, Palo Alto Networks NAC: Cisco, Aruba Vulnerability Management: Tenable, Rapid7 Programming Languages: Python, Powershell, Node.js Security Automation: LogicApps, Power Automate, Splunk
Operating knowledge of security issues associated with one or more of the following cloud platforms: Azure, AWS
Strong security knowledge of O/S (desktop and server) Security – Windows, Mac, Linux.
Strong security knowledge of browser security issues (Edge, Chrome).
Ability to learn new technologies and security features.
Excellent analytical, problem solving and troubleshooting skills.
Excellent organizational, interpersonal, communication and customer service skills.
Knowledge of ITIL Service Management principles.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health, dental, and vision insurance
Life and disability insurance
Retirement & Savings Plan
Emergency back-up child and adult care
Paid vacation, sick time off, and holidays
Professional development and career advancement opportunities
Employee recognition and reward programs
Employee wellness and assistance programs
Employee discounts and perks