Information Analyst Cover Letter

I am excited to be applying for the position of information analyst. Please accept this letter and the attached resume as my interest in this position.

In my previous role, I was responsible for analytical support for dashboards or other query tools that turns data into insights.

I reviewed the requirements of the job opening and I believe my candidacy is an excellent fit for this position. Some of the key requirements that I have extensive experience with include:

• Experience with all versions of Microsoft Windows, Active Directory and LDAP
• MacAfee Antivirus and Malware packages
• Cisco ASA Content Filtering
• Cisco ASA IPS
• Strong understanding of the principles and issues involved in identity and access management and/or Security Administration function
• Supportive and reliable team member
• Comfortable working in dynamic environments that are deadline-oriented
• Work with security operations personnel on IT security incident response

In response to your job posting for information analyst, I am including this letter and my resume for your review.

In my previous role, I was responsible for data, including data preparation and query support to assist simulation and analysis requests of compliance business partners;.

My experience is an excellent fit for the list of requirements in this job:

• Develop Security Assessment Reports and communicate/present results
• Lead and/or assist in cyber security related projects and initiatives
• Act as risk assessment Subject Matter Expert
• Experience with managing and deploying Docker preferred
• Experience with developing multi-tier applications preferred
• Knowledge of big data architectures including MPP and Hadoop is preferred
• Flexibility to work in an interrupt driven support environment
• Information security certifications such as Global Information Assurance Certification (e.g., GSEC, GCIH, GCED), Systems Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP), Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) Security, Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) Security, Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), or CompTIA Security+

I am excited to be applying for the position of information analyst. Please accept this letter and the attached resume as my interest in this position.

In the previous role, I was responsible for ad-hoc analyses using various skills and tools such as the database query tool or online dashboard to extract and aggregate data.

My experience is an excellent fit for the list of requirements in this job:

• Use of SIEM tools
• Data analytics & use of data to drive change
• Use of Intrusion Detection/Prevention Tools (Cisco/Sourcefire, others)
• Use of Firewalls
• Use of Web Application Firewalls
• Self service ASV scanning platforms
• Google Admin / Vault
• Experience with the installation and maintenance of windows and linux operating systems

I would like to submit my application for the information analyst opening. Please accept this letter and the attached resume.

In my previous role, I was responsible for support for data movement solutions, including extraction, transformation, and load (ETL) processes, query, and data validation.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• Assist with report deployments
• Perform in-depth analysis of BI Pub related incidents, including documentation of the root cause analysis, and recommendations for remediation
• Information Security Auditing experience preferred
• Job experience using server operating systems such as Microsoft and Open Source
• Evidence of information security education
• Knowledge of Information and IT security methods, tools, and techniques
• Ease in communicating with end-users and vendors, both written and spoken
• Understanding of network traffic analysis, log analysis, PCAP Analysis, and scripting

I would like to submit my application for the information analyst opening. Please accept this letter and the attached resume.

In the previous role, I was responsible for clinical data for research projects and operational improvement initiatives; perform data analysis in support of ad-hoc requests; collaborate with researchers and administrators in refining query parameters of clinical data extraction/analytical support requests.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Experience in Microsoft Active Directory administrative functions
• Understanding of Information Security areas frameworks including ISO 27002 and COBIT
• Understanding of security policy and applying to real world scenarios
• Experience in implementing and monitoring access controls
• Strong knowledge of Key Control Objectives
• Knowledge of IT audits and issue management
• Microsoft SharePoint and Active Directory knowledge
• Certification in CISM, CISA or CISSP