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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Associate Information Security Analyst - **Company:** Tekberry Inc. - **Location:** Redwood City, CA, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $124,800.0 - $145,600.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** CompTIA Security+, Cyber Security, Learning Management Systems, Intrusion Detection Systems, PCI Data Security Standards, Firewalls (Computer Science), Data Management, Vulnerability Analysis - **Published:** August 3, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=504fa5e726f721b2 ## About the Role * You re a well-rounded, critical thinker with a bachelor s degree (or equivalent experience). * A minimum of three years of experience in information security, risk management, or compliance. Preferred Qualifications * Experience in information security, risk management, and compliance. * Knowledge of industry standards and regulations, particularly NIST & HIPAA. * Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify and assess security risks. * Exposure to security audits, risk assessments, or vulnerability assessments. * Knowledge of security technologies such as encryption, firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and SIEMs. * Experience with working as part of a team in cybersecurity, information security, assurance or related fields. * Ability to express complicated, highly technical information using accessible language, proficiently in English, to a wide variety of audiences with varying degrees of technical savviness. * Ability to stay up-to-date with the latest security threats, technologies, and industry regulations. * Knowledge of ISO 27001 and PCI DSS * Security+ or other professional cybersecurity certifications. * Proficiency in setting up and managing a learning management system (LMS), including course creation and configuration * Prior work in a highly-regulated industry or higher education. We need hard-working, reliable employees. If you're ready to contribute to meaningful clinical research while supporting accurate, high-quality data management, we'd love to hear from you! ## Description In this essential position, you will lead initiatives to protect digital resources, developing and implementing innovative security strategies to e ectively mitigate risks. Your expertise will contribute to a mission of maintaining a secure and resilient environment for education, research, and healthcare. The Information Security O ice operates with a high degree of autonomy, expecting each of its contributors to bring their own special talents to bear on the tough challenges facing the organization. You will provid support and guidance on information security matters and collaborate with local groups ato help implement and improve security measures that meet NIST 800-171 standards. Your main responsibilities will include helping to execute a strategy that prepares the organization for an increasing number of security audits and changing regulatory requirements, particularly focusing on the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) and NIST 800-171 standards. This will involve helping to assess currenty security practices and identifying any gaps that could affect compliance. Assist in implementing best practices and guidelines to strengthen cybersecurity measures and support audit preparations. Responsibilities * Assist in the preparation and implementation of the NIST readiness project, ensuring alignment with NIST frameworks and guidelines to improve the organization s security posture. * Collaborate in developing and executing a comprehensive strategy to prepare for security audits and regulatory requirements, with a particular focus on the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC). * Support the assessment and implementation of security controls in accordance with NIST standards, assisting in identifying gaps and recommending corrective actions. * Develop and deliver an awareness and training program aligned with NIST to educate the organization. * Collaborate in the review and update of security policies and procedures to ensure they meet NIST requirements and reflect best practices in cybersecurity. * Support the monitoring of security controls and risk management practices, regularly evaluating the e ectiveness of existing security measures. * Help prepare and maintain documentation related to security policies, procedures, and compliance e orts, including risk assessments and operational reports. * Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including IT, Finance, Human Resources, and Legal, to integrate information security into the organization's overall risk management program. * Keep abreast of industry trends, emerging threats, and evolving regulatory requirements to inform security practices and compliance strategies. * Perform any other related duties assigned to support the organization's information security program. ## Related Videos - [Security Pitfalls for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/726-security-pitfalls-for-software-engineers) - [It's all about the Data](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/425-it-s-all-about-the-data) - [Thinking Differently - How to Make Money from Cyber Attacks & Cheats](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/745-thinking-differently-how-to-make-money-from-cyber-attacks-cheats) - [What makes Cybersecurity different for critical infrastructure?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/571-what-makes-cybersecurity-different-for-critical-infrastructure) - [Cyber Sleuth: Finding Hidden Connections in Cyber Data](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/893-cyber-sleuth-finding-hidden-connections-in-cyber-data) - [Cyber Security: Small, and Large!](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/259-cyber-security-small-and-large) ## Related Articles - [9 Ways to Make Money Hacking](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/333-9-ways-to-make-money-hacking) - [Best Paying Jobs in Technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/256-best-paying-jobs-in-technology) - [The Most Popular IT Jobs on the Market](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/376-the-most-popular-it-jobs-on-the-market) - [Dev Digest 134 - Where pixels sing?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/477-dev-digest-134-where-pixels-sing) - [System change: restart as developer?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/39-system-change-restart-as-developer) - [How We Built a Worry-Free System That Runs for 10+ Years – And What We’d Do Again](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/751-how-we-built-a-worry-free-system-that-runs-for-10-years-and-what-we-d-do-again)