Network Security Analyst Cover Letter

Please consider me for the network security analyst opportunity. I am including my resume that lists my qualifications and experience.

In the previous role, I was responsible for governance and leadership in all aspects of GxP security (Cyber, Network, Physical, People, Operational, Computer Systems Validation and Compliance).

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:

• Prepare, document and maintain security operating procedures, incident response procedures, security standards and troubleshooting guides
• Perform self-assessments of existing security systems to identify vulnerabilities, design weaknesses and recommend technologies and/or solutions to address the gaps
• Triage and troubleshoot security related events to determine appropriate incident response and/or root cause
• Work with audit department to provide requested information and evidence
• Act as the subject matter expert for multiple security product suites including firewalls, proxy servers, endpoint protection, IPS, email security, log management, content filtering
• Design and implement various encryption technologies including SSL/TLS, S/MIME, IPsec, Site to Site VPNs and data at rest encryption
• Excellent verbal, written, and technical skills
• Hands on experience implementing, operating and troubleshooting complex security solutions in a dynamic work environment

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the network security analyst position.

In my previous role, I was responsible for timely and accurate monitoring, assessment and remediation of cyber security alerts and workstation security patch failures.

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:

• ITIL®, Cisco, Check Point, BlueCoat or related Information Systems certifications would be an advantage
• Check Point Security Administrator (CCSA) or Checkpoint Certified Security Expert (CCSE)
• TCP/IP | OSI Model, network logs (snmp, syslog, etc), flow data, IDS/IPS, packet analysis, configuration standards, firewall rule sets, Event Correlation, Forensics, IDS/IPS rule sets and signature creation, web application security, pen-testing, reverse engineering, Honeypots/honeynets, IOC, advanced threat detection
• Security and/or certification such as CISSP, GIAC, CCNA, etc
• Strong networking and firewall configuration and deployment background
• Has advanced in-depth and expert knowledge in multiple information security specialty areas
• Has several technical certifications or equivalents
• Technical Knowledge-Demonstrated knowledge of TCP/IP networking, routing, switching, wireless, WAN, and firewall configuration and management

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

In my previous role, I was responsible for security engineering input and support through the use of firewalls, IDS/IPS, various proxy gateway and other network security devices to provide in–depth protection from cyber security threats.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Detailed technical knowledge of LAN, WAN, Internet and cloud technologies
• Experience with network intrusion detection technologies (Snort, Bro, Sguil)
• Experience with compliance regulations/laws, security frameworks and standards (e.g., NIST, HIPAA, ISO, COBIT, OWASP, ITIL)
• Strong, hands-on, configuration, management and support of network security systems, web access security, URL filtering, anti-malware / advance threat protection, proxies, DLP
• Complete familiarity with ITIL processes – Incident, Problem, Change , and experience on Service Now tool beneficial
• Solid experience and technical knowledge in security engineering, system and network security, authentication and security protocols, cryptography, and application security
• Knowledge of network and web related protocols (e.g., TCP/IP, UDP, IPSEC, HTTP, HTTPS, Netflow)
• Knowledge of IDS/IPS and SIEM systems

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

In my previous role, I was responsible for consulting services on new initiatives (small to large of varying complexity) covering the cyber and network security platforms.

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:

• Knowledge of Network Design, Operation and Architecture principals (hardware, routing, switching, segmentation)
• Some familiarity with regulatory and legal requirements
• Some familiarity with compliance frameworks for data management such as ITIL, ISO 27001/27002, COBIT, NIST, PCI or SSAE-16, Sarbanes-Oxley
• CISSP, GIAC (GPEN, GCIH, GCFA, ), CEH certification or equivalent preferred
• Familiarity with Forensics tools (Encase)
• Familiarity with tap-aggregation tools
• Scripting skills (e.g., Perl, Python or shell scripting)
• Experience with BlueCoat Proxy Servers, F5 Load Balancers, and Check Point Firewall preferred

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

In the previous role, I was responsible for the Cyber Security Operations Center and strategic IT Partners with contextual information to support identified security incidents.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• Federal LE, Military, or Intelligence
• Security Information Management
• Incident detection & handling
• Participate in regular classroom, small group, or one on one training related to technologies and platforms supported by SecureWorks or specific operational process and procedure
• PCNSE, CISSP, GIAC (GPEN, GCIH, GCFA, etc), certification or equivalent preferred
• Strong technical background in networking and security technologies, with a solid understanding in network security management, firewall/UTM, IDS/IPS, and application layer firewalls
• IDS/IPS experience with Sourcefire, McAfee, Tipping Point or similar product (Snort based)
• Packet analysis and security analysis