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# Cybersecurity Analyst

- **Company:** KYYBA, Inc
- **Location:** North Chicago, IL, United States
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, CompTIA Security+, Cyber Security, Microsoft Office, Microsoft PowerPoint, Power BI, Software Vulnerability Management, Data Logging, Information Technology
- **Published:** August 6, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/84dd3718-3f17-4714-933a-787ba78fbbe5

## About the Role

· Proven experience with a wide range of information security processes and principles, including but not limited to risk assessments, threat modeling, risk analysis, and defense in depth.

· Practical understanding of NIST CSF, NIS2 EU Directive and risk-based security principles

· Strong capability in identifying, analyzing, and mitigating cybersecurity threats using a risk driven approach

· Solid and broad cybersecurity background, including strong knowledge of regulatory requirements and industry best practices

· Strong analytical, communication and documentation skills, with ability to collaborate effectively with diverse teams.

· Self-driven and proactive, with a demonstrated ability to take initiative and work independently

· Experience using Microsoft Office 365 tools, including Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Power BI

Education/ Certifications:

· Master's degree in Cybersecurity (preferred) / Master's degree in computer science or related technical discipline (second preference) Bachelor's degree in cybersecurity or related field (third preference)

· CompTIA Security+ (preferred / nice to have)

· Other relevant cybersecurity certifications related to risk management or frameworks (optional)

Top 5 skills/requirements -

· Performing cybersecurity risk-based assessments.

· Hands-on past work experience on NIST Framework.

· Risk based cybersecurity Threat identification and mitigation activities.

· Strong Cybersecurity background

## Description

· Perform risk-based cybersecurity assessments using the NIST Cybersecurity Framework

· Conduct Threat Modeling to identify and evaluate cybersecurity risks

· Review vulnerability information and assess risk impact, exploitability, and residual risk

· Maintain and update vulnerability risk registers and risk treatment documentation

· Evaluate the adequacy of existing security controls (e.g., access controls, encryption, vulnerability management, logging) as a part of assessments

· Document assessment results clearly and support risk-based decision making

· Collaborate with system owners and stakeholders to gather evidence and clarify system context

· Support management in the continuous improvement of cybersecurity strategies, policies, and standards to safeguard company information, systems, and technology assets.


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