Security Analyst
Cerebra Consulting
Plano, United States of America
yesterday
Role details
Contract type
Permanent contract Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours) Working hours
Regular working hours Languages
English Experience level
IntermediateJob location
Plano, United States of America
Tech stack
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Active Directory
Amazon Web Services (AWS)
Data analysis
Azure
Big Data
Cloud Computing
CompTIA Security+
Identity and Access Management
Powershell
Power BI
Azure
SQL Databases
Scripting (Bash/Python/Go/Ruby)
Google Cloud Platform
SailPoint
Job description
- Execute structured account discovery across multiple platforms and business units.
- Leverage IAM/IGA platforms like SailPoint to perform account aggregation and analyze entitlements.
- Utilize tools such as Excel, Power BI, or SQL to analyze large account datasets, identify dormant or orphaned accounts, and track remediation progress.
- Partner with application owners to validate account purpose and ownership.
- Apply standardized methodologies for account classification and authority assessment.
- Identify and escalate high-risk findings, such as privileged accounts without ownership or excessive access.
- Contribute to audit readiness and compliance reporting within a regulated environment.
Requirements
- 5+ years of experience in Identity & Access Management (IAM) with a focus on account discovery.
- 4+ years of experience in data analysis and access validation, with the ability to analyze large datasets and identify anomalies.
- 3+ years of experience in security and risk assessment, with an understanding of privilege levels and compliance requirements (e.g., SOX, NIST, ISO).
- Hands-on experience performing account discovery or access reviews.
- Experience collaborating with both technical teams and business stakeholders.
Technical Skills:
- Proficiency with Active Directory / Azure AD (Microsoft Entra ID).
- Experience with IAM/IGA tools such as SailPoint.
- Knowledge of data analysis tools (e.g., Excel, Power BI, SQL).
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with Privileged Access Management (PAM) tools.
- Knowledge of cloud platforms such as Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud Platform.
- Familiarity with automation or scripting, specifically PowerShell.
- Professional certifications such as Security+, CISSP, CISM, or other IAM-related certifications.
About the company
Cerebra Consulting Inc is a System Integrator and IT Services Solution provider with a focus on Big Data, Business Analytics, Cloud Solutions, Amazon Web Services, Salesforce, Oracle EBS, Peoplesoft, Hyperion, Oracle Configurator, Oracle CPQ, Oracle PLM and Custom Application Development. Utilizing solid business experience, industry-specific expertise, and proven methodologies, we consistently deliver measurable results for our customers. Cerebra has partnered with leading enterprise software companies and cloud providers such as Oracle, Salesforce, Amazon and able to leverage these partner relationships to deliver high-quality, end-to-end customer solutions that are targeted to the needs of each customer.