IT Security Analyst
Cumulus Media
Job Description
Cumulus Media (OTCQB: CMLS) is an audio-first media company delivering premium content to a quarter billion people every month — wherever and whenever they want it. Cumulus Media engages listeners with high-quality local programming through 394 owned-and-operated radio stations across 84 markets; delivers nationally-syndicated sports, news, talk, and entertainment programming from iconic brands including the NFL, the NCAA, the Masters, US Soccer, AP News, and the Academy of Country Music Awards, across more than 7,800 affiliated stations through Westwood One, a leading national audio network; and inspires listeners through the Cumulus Podcast Network, an established and influential platform for original podcasts that are smart, entertaining, and thought-provoking. Cumulus Media provides advertisers with personal connections, local impact and national reach through broadcast and on-demand digital, mobile, social, and voice-activated platforms, as well as integrated digital marketing services, powerful influencers, full-service audio solutions, industry-leading research and insights, and live event experiences. For more information visit www.cumulusmedia.com.
Position Overview
Cumulus Media | (Atlanta, GA) has an immediate, fully remote (US-based) opening for an IT Security Analyst to join our Corporate IT team. This role will have oversight for various information security functions including protecting the organization to function, enable safe operation of applications implemented on the organization’s IT systems, protect the data the organization collects and uses. Additionally, the role will be responsible for creating, implementing and refining policies and procedures to optimize efficiencies related to close activities. The role will report directly to the SVP, Information Technology and Security and work closely with other technology leaders and provide key support to the business unit leaders and field personnel.
Key Responsibilities & Qualifications
RESPONSABILITIES:
- Security Operations & Incident Response
- Monitor, triage, and investigate security alerts across endpoints, identity systems, networks, and cloud platforms
- Analyze logs and telemetry (e.g., SIEM, EDR, identity platforms) to identify suspicious activity and determine root cause
- Support incident response activities including triage, escalation, containment, and documentation
- Respond to security service desk tickets, including access anomalies and potential incidents
- Document incidents and contribute to post-incident reviews and continuous improvement efforts
- Risk & Vulnerability Management
- Review vulnerability findings and communicate risk and remediation recommendations
- Assist with security assessments and evaluate the impact of identified risks
- Support development and improvement of security policies, procedures, and controls
- Identity & Access Governance
- Perform access reviews and user entitlement audits across systems
- Support identity governance and least-privilege practices
- Audit & Compliance Support
- Assist with internal and external audit activities
- Support compliance with frameworks such as NIST (800-61, CSF), ISO 27001, PCI, and SOC 2
QUALIFICATIONS:
- 1–2+ years of experience in information security, IT, or related field required
- Bachelor's degree in IT, IT security, or a related field preferred, but not required
- Broadcasting or media industry experience preferred, but not required
- Foundational understanding of cybersecurity concepts, including threats, vulnerabilities, and controls
- Familiarity with incident response lifecycle (detection, analysis, containment, recovery)
- Ability to analyze logs and security data from systems such as Windows, firewalls, and identity platforms
- Basic understanding of network security, patching, firewalls, antivirus, and intrusion detection/prevention concepts
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
- Effective written and verbal communication skills, including technical documentation
Pay Range
USD $60,000.00 - USD $70,000.00 /Yr.
What We Offer
- Competitive Pay
- Focused, responsible and collaborative work environment with the ability to ask, “what if” and try innovative solutions
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance coverage
- 401K with company match
- Paid Vacation, Sick & Holiday time off
- Parental leave time off benefits, life insurance, disability insurance, wellness, and an employee referral bonus program
For immediate consideration, please visit: https://jobs.cumulusmedia.com/careers
For more information about Cumulus Media, visit our website at: https://www.cumulusmedia.com/
EEO Statement
CUMULUS MEDIA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).