Information Security Analyst

As the industry pioneer behind Content Performance Marketing, BrightEdge has thoroughly redefined the concept of search engine optimization (SEO) by developing an award-winning platform that precisely measures and optimizes marketing content across online channels. Our cloud-based platform is powered by big data analysis that allows our customers to plan, optimize, and measure campaigns based on real-time content performance. BrightEdge has emerged as the leading international provider of cloud-based SEO Enterprise solutions due to its dynamic and results oriented entrepreneurial culture. BrightEdge is looking for an Information Security Analyst, who will be responsible for preventing, monitoring, and responding to cyber threats and data breaches.

This position is expected to be on-site in our River North Chicago office 5 days a week. 

Core Responsibilities

• Assist in implementing information security policies, standards, guidelines, and procedures
• Assist in validating and testing security tools and operation automation processes
• Assist in responding and investigating security incidents
• Prepare security incident reports, and document and maintain security operation procedures
• Perform access review and internal control assessment for security compliance
• Document and track known vulnerabilities and control deficiencies
• Perform security risk mitigation planning based on the standard information security program framework, such as ISO 27001, NIST, SOC1/SOC2
• Provide a technical advisory support for both the internal teams and the customer organizations as needed
• Respond to the InfoSec-related support requests from other departments and teams, which includes, but not limited to: internal audit, independent external audit, customer’s vendor security risk assessment, etc.

What It Takes to Be Successful

• Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or related field
• 1-2 years professional experience in IT or Security
• Experience with at least one or two programming languages
• Ability to research and provide recommendations on cybersecurity best practices
• Ability to leverage expertise in technical writing and presentations
• Ability to pay attention to details in analysis and operation duties
• Ability to ask questions and learn from on the job training

Benefits & Perks

• Motivating, high-impact work that builds your career 
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance with multiple package options 
• 15-23 days PTO depending on tenure plus 10 paid holidays 
• Pre-tax commuter benefit plan and company contribution to help reduce parking/public transit costs 
• Discounted gym membership and fitness benefits 
• No or low cost therapy and professional coaching sessions through Spring Health 
• 4-6 weeks fully paid parental leave 
• Pet wellness and insurance plans to keep your furry family healthy 

About BrightEdge

BrightEdge is widely recognized as a global leader in SEO and Digital marketing. The most innovative customers across more than 80 countries trust BrightEdge to modernize their Digital Marketing stack for today’s digital world. We are helping thousands of organizations, including many of the world’s largest companies, transform their businesses and drive more revenue.  

The continuous innovation of our product is supported by what we believe to be our most valuable assets: our people. Our employees are industry experts at the forefront of digital transformation. Come join us and help us share the future of SEO.