Security Cyber Analyst Cover Letter

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

Previously, I was responsible for technical and procedural oversight to Security Engineers and Analysts in regards to security tools and DoD policy.

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:

• Provide daily network oversight and safeguards for operational, test, and training personnel/students utilizing Special Access Program information systems
• Establish local procedures for the delegation and exercise of classification and declassification authority
• Conduct periodic information systems assessments and report results to appropriate personnel
• Collaborate with Information Systems Security Manager regarding standards and procedures to protect environment
• Prefer CISSP, CISM or equivalent SANS GIAC certifications
• Current knowledge of regulatory and statutory compliance requirements as applicable
• Operational support for various security consoles
• Understand systems engineering concepts and work to get new security platforms deployed

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

Previously, I was responsible for technical analysis, develop and assess current DODIN plans and policies supporting cybersecurity assessments, to include emerging technologies.

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

• Strong Windows desktop OS knowledge (Windows 7 / 10) including CMD line use
• Powershell / SSH experience
• Basic understanding of Web App API interfaces
• Digital Forensics or Discovery experience
• Basic understanding of eMail infrastructure / Outlook / Office365
• Basic understanding of virtual environments
• Forensic imaging techniques
• Microsoft Windows and Windows artifacts

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

Previously, I was responsible for analysis and support for cybersecurity engineering and architecture considerations affecting DoD IT assets used to enable Space Force missions.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• Develop, compose, document, and modify DLP standard operations procedures
• Scripting skills and report generation experience
• Knowledge of application security testing
• Knowledge of attack and enumeration methodologies, including the use of the Metasploit framework, in addition to standard security tools and products
• Capacity to relate findings of offensive engagements to both executive and technical audiences
• Experience with Microsoft Windows, Linux, or Mac
• Intermediate to advanced level of understanding regarding computer security concepts at both technical and procedural level
• Robust understanding of IT fundamentals across networking (such as HTTP, DNS, SMTP, DHCP ), system, and application layers

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

In the previous role, I was responsible for guidance on building and/or maturing insider threat programs, detecting and responding to computer security incidents, and implementation of tools and technologies used for enterprise security.

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

• Knowledge in conducting malware analysis
• Possess a TS/SCI with CI/Poly or possess a TS/SCI and successfully complete CI Poly requirements within an established time-frame
• Experience in cyber security incident response preferred
• Perform Risk Assessments on identified vulnerabilities
• Track and maintain the Risk Remediation Plan
• Create and maintain documentation of Network Security zones, data flows and firewall rules
• Manage password policy
• Support Information Security (INFOSEC) Management program to include establishing local procedures for the delegation and exercise of classification and declassification authority

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

In the previous role, I was responsible for hands on technical risk assessment, configuration review and gap analysis of security and network Technologies and support the creation and execution of a threat and vulnerability management program.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• Knowledge of various information security methodologies, processes, and domains
• Working knowledge of Information Security procedures, controls, and supporting technologies
• Self-motivated individual with solid analytical and problem solving skills
• Experience working in a Security Operations Center or Incident Response Team
• Proficiency in a scripting or programming language
• Relevant certifications which show a progressive development of IT and Cyber Security skill sets
• Experience with email and web gateway security solutions
• Experience with multi-factor authentication use cases and implementation