Sr Information Security Analyst

The Senior Information Security Analyst plays a critical role in executing and maturing SageNet's information security program. This position supports and extends the Director of Information Security by owning key security operations, governance, risk, and compliance activities while acting as a delegated decision-maker for day-to-day security program execution.

This role balances hands-on operational responsibility with cross-functional leadership, ensuring security controls are effective, risks are managed, and compliance obligations-particularly PCI DSS-are met. The position partners closely with IT, Network Engineering, Operations, and Development teams to embed security into infrastructure, applications, and business processes.

- Oversee SIEM alert tuning, investigation, triage, and escalation in coordination with SOC providers

- Serve as the primary incident response coordinator during security events, including investigation, documentation, and follow-up

- Develop and deliver security awareness and training initiatives

- Maintain operational security metrics and prepare reporting for leadership

- Partner with IT and system owners to manage IAM controls, access reviews, and privileged access governance

- Act as a subject matter expert for secure network architecture, including firewalls, VPNs, SD-WAN, wireless, and authentication systems

- Lead firewall and network security review processes to ensure alignment with internal policies and PCI DSS requirements

- Serve as the primary security stakeholder for internally developed and customer-facing applications

- Define and maintain application security requirements aligned with PCI DSS 4.0, OWASP ASVS, and secure SDLC practices

- Partner with development and engineering teams to integrate security into the software development lifecycle

- Review application designs and architectures for security risks related to authentication, authorization, data handling, and segmentation

- Oversee application vulnerability management activities, including SAST, DAST, and software composition analysis (SCA)

- Coordinate remediation, risk acceptance, and exception tracking for application security findings

- Support and validate application-layer penetration testing and remediation efforts

- Act as a security escalation point for application-related incidents

- Own the end-to-end vulnerability management lifecycle across infrastructure and applications

- Coordinate remediation efforts with Network Engineering, IT Infrastructure, Operations, and Development teams

- Conduct targeted risk assessments and support enterprise risk management activities

- Lead coordination of PCI DSS compliance activities, including evidence collection, control validation, and engagement with external QSAs

- Manage the lifecycle of security policies and procedures, ensuring alignment with regulatory and business requirements

- Support customer, regulatory, and internal audit activities

- 5+ years of experience in information security, network security, or security governance roles

- Bachelor's degree in information security, Computer Science, MIS, or equivalent professional experience

- At least one security certification is required (e.g., Security+, CySA+, SSCP, GSEC)

- Strong working knowledge of vulnerability management tools, SIEM platforms, and log analysis

- Solid understanding of firewall architectures and access control review methodologies

- Working knowledge of PCI DSS 4.0 and managed service provider shared-responsibility models

- Strong understanding of application security principles, including common web vulnerabilities (OWASP Top 10)

- Experience coordinating remediation efforts across technical and non-technical teams

- Excellent communication, documentation, and analytical skills

- Ability to independently manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

- Advanced security certifications such as CISSP, CISM, ISA/QSA, or equivalent

- Familiarity with SD-WAN, WAF, IDS/IPS, VPN, identity management, and network segmentation

- Experience supporting or reviewing SAST, DAST, and penetration testing activities

- Comfortable serving as a functional lead and escalation point across security domains

This role operates in a hybrid work model within a fast-paced managed services environment supporting large, distributed customer bases. The position requires close collaboration with cross-functional teams and active leadership of security initiatives that improve operational maturity and reduce risk.

- This position may be performed in office or as a fully remote role, based on business needs and candidate location

- Standard business hours with occasional after-hours availability required to support incident response or critical security events

- Professional work environment whether in office or remote, requiring a dedicated and secure workspace

- Regular collaboration with technical and non-technical teams across multiple time zones

- Work performed primarily using computers, secure systems, and standard office equipment

- Ability to sit for extended periods of time while working at a computer and participating in virtual meetings

- Frequent use of hands and fingers for typing, navigating systems, and using standard office equipment

- Ability to visually review and analyze information on computer screens for prolonged periods, including logs, dashboards, and technical documentation

- Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing, including participating in meetings, training sessions, and incident response activities

- Occasional ability to move within an office environment to attend meetings or collaborate with team members

CLASSIFICATION*: Exempt/Salaried POSITION TYPE: Fulltime TRAVEL

REQUIREMENTS: Minimal DIRECT REPORTS: None (acts as a functional lead for security processes) SAFETY SENSITIVE: No