Hiring: Cybersecurity Analyst (Security and AI Governance) Company: Cogent Communications Location: Herndon, VA Job Posted Time: 2026-09-17 07:21:18 Target Skills & Keywords : AI, AWS, Azure, GCP, LLM, Machine Learning, PowerShell, Python, Risk Management, SIEM About the job Experience: •2-5 years of experience in cybersecurity, information security, application security, cloud security, software development, or a related technical role. •5 years of experience in cybersecurity, information security, application security, cloud security, software development, or a related technical role. Required Skills: •The Cybersecurity Analyst (Security & AI Governance) •Monitor security systems, networks, applications, cloud platforms, and AI-enabled services for suspicious activity and potential threats. •Analyze security alerts and investigate cybersecurity incidents to determine root causes and appropriate remediation actions. •Support incident response activities, including containment, eradication, recovery, and post-incident analysis. •Conduct vulnerability assessments and coordinate remediation efforts with technical and business stakeholders. •Review and analyze security logs from various sources, including firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, endpoint protection platforms, cloud environments, identity providers, AI platforms, and other security technologies. •Perform security assessments and risk analyses of systems, applications, AI solutions, and business processes. •Assist in the development, implementation, and continuous improvements of cybersecurity and AI governance policies, standards, procedures, and controls. Qualifications: •Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Systems, Data Science, or related Associate's or Bachelor's degree. •Minimum of 2-5 years of experience in cybersecurity, information security, application security, cloud security, software development, or a related technical role. •Operational familiarity with generative AI, machine learning concepts, large language models (LLMs), or AI-enabled business applications. •Strong hands-on information security skills and experience. •Demonstrated capacity to work independently on projects as assigned. •Excellent communication, presentation, and organizational skills. •Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. •Proficient In The Following Areas •Knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks and standards, including CIS Controls, NIST Cybersecurity Framework, and security best practices. •Operational familiarity with AI governance principles and emerging AI risk management frameworks. Compensation: •$100,000 - $120,000 / year Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!