Cyber Security Analyst 3
The Panther Group Inc
Contract
Augusta, ME
Job description
The Panther Group is hiring a W2, Contract (12 months with potential to extend), Hybrid Cyber Security Analyst 3 to work with one of our partners in state government. This role does require some unpaid travel oniste 1-2X monthly so must live within 3 hours of Augusta, ME.
This role does not work with Visas (OPT, H1B, ect) and does not permit C2C (Corp to Corp) or third party recruiters.
Work Location: Hybrid, onsite once every month or two. One conference in July 2026 (candidates must live within 3 hours of Augusta ME)
Top Skills Required:
Our office assists with implementing the NIST Cyber Security Framework 2.0 for a Moderate impact information system by gathering information, developing foundational documents, such as a System Security Plan, Minimum Security Control Implementation (Common, Shared, Tailored), Business Impact Analysis, Information System Contingency Plan, Change Management Plan, etc., and documenting applicable security controls and status (implemented, partially implemented or not implemented).
The individual will perform the following:
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This role does not work with Visas (OPT, H1B, ect) and does not permit C2C (Corp to Corp) or third party recruiters.
Work Location: Hybrid, onsite once every month or two. One conference in July 2026 (candidates must live within 3 hours of Augusta ME)
Top Skills Required:
- Extended Detection and Response
- Security Information & Event Management Systems
- Risk Assessment
- Technical Security Controls
Our office assists with implementing the NIST Cyber Security Framework 2.0 for a Moderate impact information system by gathering information, developing foundational documents, such as a System Security Plan, Minimum Security Control Implementation (Common, Shared, Tailored), Business Impact Analysis, Information System Contingency Plan, Change Management Plan, etc., and documenting applicable security controls and status (implemented, partially implemented or not implemented).
The individual will perform the following:
- Gather information by identifying and reviewing existing documents, policies, and procedures; interviewing technical subject matter experts, stakeholders, and SoS operating units; and examining system outputs and artifacts.
- Utilize the gathered information to create and maintain documentation that addresses applicable security controls for the SoS information system.
- Create and maintain a plan of actions and milestones for identified security control gaps.
- Collaborate with the Department CIO, the OIS Information Security team, and OIS managers to document, implement, and monitor the information security controls for the SoS Information System
- Bachelor's degree in a relevant Information Technology field
- 5 or more years of experience in information security, including leadership roles
- Hands-on experience in risk management, information security assessment, security architecture, and incident response.
- Strong knowledge of IT infrastructure is a plus
- Familiarity with NIST standards (Risk Management Framework or Cybersecurity Framework)
- A relevant certification is preferred (e.g., CISSP, CISM, CISA)
- Strong communications and writing skills are required
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