Cybersecurity Analyst (Remote)

About the role

World Business Lenders is seeking a seasoned Cybersecurity Analyst to own and evolve its security program. Working remotely, you will partner with the Cyber Lead to strengthen the company’s security posture, ensure compliance, and protect critical assets as the business scales.

Key responsibilities

• Conduct a comprehensive cybersecurity risk assessment and produce a prioritized remediation plan.
• Design and implement the overall security strategy, roadmap and governance.
• Establish security monitoring, incident response and threat detection processes.
• Lead and mature Microsoft 365 and Azure security (Defender, Entra ID, Sentinel, Purview).
• Own SOC 1 and SOC 2 compliance readiness and audit preparation.
• Define and enforce IAM policies, MFA standards and Zero‑Trust principles.
• Develop and maintain security policies, standards and documentation.
• Evaluate and manage third‑party SaaS vendor security risks.
• Oversee vulnerability management, including assessments, tracking and remediation coordination.
• Lead incident response and coordinate with MSPs, infrastructure teams and leadership.
• Establish security awareness programs and mentor the Cybersecurity Analyst.
• Report security risks and program status to senior leadership.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science or a related field.
• 4‑5 years of hands‑on IT project experience with a proven delivery record.
• 2‑3 years in a dedicated security role or leading security initiatives.
• Experience with Disaster Recovery Planning (DRP) and Business Continuity Planning (BCP).
• Ability to work on a Windows device with a stable, reliable internet connection.

Required skills

• Microsoft 365 security (Defender, Entra ID, Sentinel, Purview).
• Azure security services.
• SOC 1 and SOC 2 compliance.
• Identity and Access Management (IAM), Multi‑Factor Authentication, Zero‑Trust architecture.
• Vulnerability management and remediation coordination.
• Incident response and security monitoring.
• Disaster Recovery Planning and Business Continuity Planning.
• Strong knowledge of Windows operating environment.