Security Analyst
Novalink Solutions LLC
Full-time
On-site
Madison, Wisconsin, United States
Position Overview:
The Security Analyst 2 plays a critical role in managing and supporting organizational compliance and
investigative efforts. This position is responsible for conducting detailed investigations into security
incidents, managing litigation holds, and processing public records requests. The analyst ensures
adherence to legal and regulatory requirements, organizational policies, and best practices for data
security and privacy.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Investigations:
Conduct comprehensive investigations into security incidents, potential policy violations, and other
events requiring organizational review.
Collect, analyze, and document evidence to support findings while maintaining chain-of-custody
protocols.
Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, such as HR, legal, and law enforcement, to resolve
cases efficiently.
Prepare detailed investigation reports and recommend corrective actions or process improvements.
2. Litigation Holds:
Identify and secure relevant data and systems subject to litigation holds, ensuring preservation of
electronic and physical evidence.
Develop and implement procedures for tracking, managing, and lifting litigation holds.
Communicate and coordinate with legal counsel to ensure compliance with court orders and discovery
processes.
Monitor and audit compliance with hold requirements across the organization.
3. Public Records Requests:
Respond to and process public records requests in accordance with applicable laws and organizational
policies.
Review and redact sensitive or confidential information while ensuring transparency and compliance.
Maintain accurate records of requests and responses for audit and reporting purposes.
Collaborate with legal, compliance, and operational teams to ensure timely and accurate fulfillment of
requests.
Skills and Qualifications:
Education: College degree in cybersecurity, information technology, criminal justice, or a related field (or
equivalent experience).
Experience: 1-3 years of experience in security operations, compliance, investigations, or a related role.
Technical Skills:
Knowledge of digital forensics, chain-of-custody procedures, and incident response.
Proficiency in eDiscovery tools, records management systems, and litigation hold software.
Familiarity with data protection regulations (e.g., HIPAA, GDPR, FOIA).
Soft Skills:
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills for reports and stakeholder interactions.
Ability to handle sensitive information with integrity
Work Environment:
100% remote model, with the ability to handle confidential information in secure settings.
Collaborative interactions with legal, compliance, IT, and other organizational teams.
- Experience with Digital Forensics and Incident Response.
- Experience with eDiscovery platforms, such as Veritas Alta.
- Experience with Policy development (e.g. standard operating procedures).
- Organizational skills with ability to prioritize workload and work under pressure.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills.
- Experience with Microsoft SharePoint.
Nice to have skills:
- Experience working as a team member on projects to improve business needs.
The Security Analyst 2 plays a critical role in managing and supporting organizational compliance and
investigative efforts. This position is responsible for conducting detailed investigations into security
incidents, managing litigation holds, and processing public records requests. The analyst ensures
adherence to legal and regulatory requirements, organizational policies, and best practices for data
security and privacy.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Investigations:
Conduct comprehensive investigations into security incidents, potential policy violations, and other
events requiring organizational review.
Collect, analyze, and document evidence to support findings while maintaining chain-of-custody
protocols.
Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, such as HR, legal, and law enforcement, to resolve
cases efficiently.
Prepare detailed investigation reports and recommend corrective actions or process improvements.
2. Litigation Holds:
Identify and secure relevant data and systems subject to litigation holds, ensuring preservation of
electronic and physical evidence.
Develop and implement procedures for tracking, managing, and lifting litigation holds.
Communicate and coordinate with legal counsel to ensure compliance with court orders and discovery
processes.
Monitor and audit compliance with hold requirements across the organization.
3. Public Records Requests:
Respond to and process public records requests in accordance with applicable laws and organizational
policies.
Review and redact sensitive or confidential information while ensuring transparency and compliance.
Maintain accurate records of requests and responses for audit and reporting purposes.
Collaborate with legal, compliance, and operational teams to ensure timely and accurate fulfillment of
requests.
Skills and Qualifications:
Education: College degree in cybersecurity, information technology, criminal justice, or a related field (or
equivalent experience).
Experience: 1-3 years of experience in security operations, compliance, investigations, or a related role.
Technical Skills:
Knowledge of digital forensics, chain-of-custody procedures, and incident response.
Proficiency in eDiscovery tools, records management systems, and litigation hold software.
Familiarity with data protection regulations (e.g., HIPAA, GDPR, FOIA).
Soft Skills:
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills for reports and stakeholder interactions.
Ability to handle sensitive information with integrity
Work Environment:
100% remote model, with the ability to handle confidential information in secure settings.
Collaborative interactions with legal, compliance, IT, and other organizational teams.
Requirements
Top Skills & Years of Experience:- Experience with Digital Forensics and Incident Response.
- Experience with eDiscovery platforms, such as Veritas Alta.
- Experience with Policy development (e.g. standard operating procedures).
- Organizational skills with ability to prioritize workload and work under pressure.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills.
- Experience with Microsoft SharePoint.
Nice to have skills:
- Experience working as a team member on projects to improve business needs.