Security Analyst

Monday-Friday (8:00am - 5pm); Walton, KY - THIS ROLE IS ONSITE. Remote options not available.

Salary of $110,000 although wage may vary based on experience

**VETERANS ENCOURAGED TO APPLY**

**We are not currently accepting applicants that require sponsorship**

This role will collaborate closely with internal teams, customers and vendors to support compliance efforts and security reviews. Your ability to communicate effectively and build strong partnerships will be essential in reducing risk and ensuring alignment across multiple domains.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC):
• Develop, implement, and maintain security policies, standards, and procedures in line with regulatory requirements (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001, HIPAA, PCI DSS, GDPR).
• Conduct risk assessments to identify and mitigate threats to information assets

• Monitor and report on compliance, tracking the effectiveness of security controls

• Manage security audits, coordinate with external auditors, and address findings.
• Maintain security documentation and ensure alignment with evolving regulations.
• Provide security awareness training and support incident response planning.

Security Operations Center (SOC):
• Monitor SIEM systems and security tools for threats and vulnerabilities.
• Investigate and respond to security incidents, documenting analysis and
remediation steps.
• Perform vulnerability scanning, penetration testing, and security assessments.
• Collaborate with IT teams to implement security controls and remediate risks.
• Stay informed on emerging threats and contribute to threat intelligence initiatives.
• Participate in incident response exercises and develop security reports for
management.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS:

Key Work Experience & Competencies
• 3+ years of experience handling security challenges in a high-growth environment
• Strong understanding of security frameworks and standards (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001,
SOC 2).
• Knowledge of relevant regulations and compliance requirements (e.g., HIPAA, PCI
DSS, GDPR).
• Working knowledge of Windows, Linux and Mac OS.
• Familiarity with risk assessment methodologies and frameworks.
• Experience in developing and implementing security policies, standards, and
procedures.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and incident response skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively
interact with technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Soft Skills:
• Excellent organizational and planning skills.
• Strong communications and interpersonal abilities.
• Strong analytical, critical thinking and attention to detail skills.
• Treats others with respect and value, with diplomacy and tact.
• Ability to listen, build rapport, and credibility as a partner within the business. 

•Strong customer service orientation

Ability to make sound and logical judgments under intense pressure.
• Self-directed and self-regulated, while being accountable for his/her area of
ownership and role.
• Ability to balance the needs of customers in a challenging 3PL setting with the
requirements to maintain a stable, secure, and ever-changing IT environment.
• Ability to manage high severity issues and escalate as appropriate.
 

Desired Education
• Bachelor’s degree in related field or equivalent years of experience plus post-
secondary technical certifications preferred.
• Certification in one or more cloud technologies strongly preferred

Travel
• Less than 5% of domestic travel

About Verst Logistics 

Verst Logistics is a family-owned company that offers Fulfillment, Packaging, Warehousing and Transportation solutions to our customers. In 1966, our founder, William G. "Bill" Verst, set out to build a customer-first, no nonsense warehousing company in Northern Kentucky. The kind run by honest, hardworking people who always do the right thing to get results for our customers. We've since expanded well beyond that initial vision, both in terms of our physical scale and our solutions.  

Our Core Values 

At Verst, we believe that the standard of behavior that have helped our company achieve success over the years are represented in the fabric and makeup of our organization. As we continue to grow, it is critical that we recognize and strive to follow our values, not just in business but in our lives outside of the business environment as well. 

INNOVATION; The introduction of new collaborative ideas and solutions. 

EXCELLENCE: The passion to deliver exceptional service in all aspects of our activities. 

RESPECT: High regard for time, knowledge and concerns of others while always demonstrating integrity and trust. 

SAFETY: A goal of no injury or adverse customer, environmental or community impact while doing our work. 

TEAMWORK: Collaboration with individual and group accountability toward a common objective. 

• 401k
• 401k matching
• Dental Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Health Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Referral Program
• Vision Insurance

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