IHT Cyber Security Analyst

Job Title: IHT Cyber Security AnalystLocation: Boise, ID, USA, 83712Duration: 12+ Months Job Type: Temporary Assignment Work Type: Hybrid (onsite 2 - 3 days per week)Pay Rate: $70.00-$70.00/HROverview: TekWissen is a global workforce management provider headquartered in Ann Arbor, Michigan that offers strategic talent solutions to our clients world-wide.Job Description: Summary:With a high degree of latitude, enhance organizational cybersecurity by identifying and addressing security gaps, lead strategic initiatives to address security policies, procedures and major initiatives.Provides expert-level support across multiple cyber security solutions and assesses complex risks.Responsibilities:Serve as a senior information security consultant, leading major initiatives for identifying and mitigating security gaps while providing strategic guidance and support to key organizational areas.Direct the advancement of development, refinement, and implementation of security Policies, Standards, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).Design and lead information security awareness initiatives within the organization.Lead complex security risk assessments, including 3rd party risk assessments, working closely with business partners, vendors, and legal teams to strategically manage and prioritize risks.Oversee the documentation of findings and facilitate informed risk-based decision-making.Investigate and resolve complex security events by taking a lead role in the security incident response process and developing others on advanced investigation techniques.Manage and optimize daily security operations, monitoring systems and leading the configuration of security tools, while leading vulnerability assessments and driving effective identification and remediation of vulnerabilities.Implement the training of the cybersecurity team in security tools and adherence to security best practices.Evaluate current cybersecurity threats and technological advancements, while leading the strategic integration of new technologies and methodologies to improve security practices in the organization.Build partnerships with the Cyber Security Engineers and IT leaders to strategically enhance security tools and operational processes, serving as a principal liaison with internal and external stakeholders to enhance security posture.Undertake additional leadership responsibilities as needed, guiding teams and projects.Role Overview:This is a brand-new, high-impact role focused on driving PCI (Payment Card Industry) compliance.The candidate will be responsible for conducting initial GAP analysis, project planning, and the ongoing evolution of the PCI program.This individual must be able to contribute from Day 1.Primary Focus:Driving PCI compliance (not just contributing/auditing).Key Tasks:GAP analysis, project planning, and stakeholder management.Candidate Requirements:Experience:8–12 yearsDemonstrable experience DRIVING PCI compliance.Nice to have Certifications:Qualified Security Assessor (QSA) or Internal Security Assessor (ISA).Industry:Healthcare experience is a plus but not required.Soft Skills:Highly organized with robust documentation habits.Ability to present and speak to executive-level management.Strong public speaking and presentation skills.TekWissen® Group is an equal opportunity employer supporting workforce diversity.