IT Cybersecurity Technical Analyst

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Job Description Summary

Responsible for performing technical cybersecurity analysis and risk review activities to help protect company technology, systems, applications, and data. Reviews software, third-party solutions, technology projects, and security documentation to identify potential security risks and ensure alignment with company policies and industry best practices. Supports cybersecurity activities including risk assessments, security control reviews, vulnerability and access-related analysis, compliance activities, and security documentation. Works with technical teams, business stakeholders, vendors, and security subject matter experts to investigate issues, document findings, recommend risk mitigation actions, and escalate material risks when appropriate.

What You Will Do

· Perform cybersecurity risk assessments for software, applications, third-party vendors, technology solutions, and IT projects.

· Review technical and security documentation to identify vulnerabilities, control gaps, and potential technology risks.

· Evaluate security controls related to access management, encryption, vulnerability management, logging, data protection, privacy, and third-party security.

· Document risk findings, recommendations, mitigation requirements, and assessment decisions clearly and consistently.

· Coordinate with vendors, business stakeholders, IT teams, and cybersecurity subject matter experts to obtain information and resolve security concerns.

· Support security control assessments, compliance reviews, audit activities, and remediation tracking.

· Help improve cybersecurity risk processes, procedures, templates, and workflows while staying current on relevant threats and industry practices.

What You Will Need

· Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Information Systems, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience.

· 2 to 4 years of relevant cybersecurity, information technology, risk, or technical experience.

· Experience performing cybersecurity analysis, technical reviews, risk assessments, or security control reviews.

· General understanding of cybersecurity concepts including access management, vulnerability management, data protection, network and cloud security, and security controls.

· Ability to review technical documentation and identify security risks or areas requiring additional investigation.

· Strong analytical, problem-solving, documentation, and communication skills.

· Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple technical reviews or assignments simultaneously.

· Ability to independently complete assigned work using established procedures while recognizing when technical guidance or escalation is required.

What Would Be Nice To Have

· Experience working in cybersecurity Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC).

· Experience performing software, application, vendor, or third-party security risk assessments.

· Familiarity with NIST, ISO 27001, ITGC, HIPAA, or UK Cyber Essentials.

· Experience reviewing security questionnaires, SOC reports, ISO certifications, vulnerability assessments, penetration testing reports, or other assurance documentation.

· Familiarity with cloud and SaaS security concepts and third-party technology environments.

· Understanding of privacy, data protection, AI security, and emerging technology risks.

· Security-related certification such as Security+, CISA, CRISC, CGRC, or equivalent.

About Guidehouse India

At Guidehouse India, we’re redefining what’s possible by creating opportunities that change lives. Guidehouse is a global professional services firm that delivers advisory, technology, and managed services to clients across both the commercial and public sectors. Our teams turn bold ideas into solutions that transform industries, strengthen communities, and drive meaningful impact worldwide.

Across our Chennai, Trivandrum, and Gurugram locations, you’ll find opportunities where your passion and curiosity help shape what comes next. With cutting edge benefits, innovative learning and development programs, and a people first culture, we empower our people to lead with purpose.

We continue to expand our teams and capabilities across India, investing in state-of-the-art offices and high impact work. Here, you’ll collaborate with experts from around the world, build deep expertise, explore new domains, and accelerate your professional growth while making a real impact.

What We Offer

At Guidehouse India, we are committed to supporting the well-being of our people and their families at every stage of life. We offer competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package designed to help you thrive both inside and outside the workplace.

Our benefits include resources such as in house physician consultations, nutritious food options at the workplace, and confidential counseling through our Employee Assistance Program, along with other wellness focused offerings that support your overall well being.

Our comprehensive learning and development programs ensure you’re continuously upskilled and ready to tackle what’s next, so you can shape your own career path while contributing to meaningful, purpose driven work.

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