Job Overview

Join AIR as a Senior Cybersecurity Risk Analyst, a key role within AIR's Information Security Office. This position is responsible for coordinating and driving institution-wide security initiatives, applying technical expertise across advanced security testing, continuous threat exposure management, and red-team initiatives.

About AIR

The American Institutes for Research (AIR) is a nonpartisan, not-for-profit organization that conducts behavioral and social science research and delivers technical assistance to address some of the most pressing challenges in the United States and globally.

Responsibilities

Essential job functions include:

• Drive and perform vulnerability management activities
• Execute application security testing and findings analysis
• Lead cyber risk management efforts
• Oversee and drive the remediation of findings
• Execute and contribute to internal controls assessments
• Respond to client data security and privacy questionnaires
• Perform and drive continuous monitoring activities
• Support data governance by conducting information security plan reviews and contract reviews
• Serve as AIR's HIPAA Security Officer

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and at least 9 years of relevant experience in information security
• A major cybersecurity certification from ISC2, ISACA, OffSec, or SANS
• A minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience with vulnerability management and security testing tools
• At least 5 years of experience securing and testing cloud environments
• A track record of 2+ years of experience conducting cyber risk and assurance activities

Skills

• Exceptional communicator with the ability to translate complex technical concepts
• Proven ability to operate with a high degree of independence
• Highly adaptable in fast-moving environments
• Advanced analytical, critical-thinking, and problem-solving skills
• Deep understanding of common attack techniques and vectors

What We Offer

• Anticipated annual salary range: $157,000—$180,000 USD
• Hybrid work flexibility to work from one of AIR's U.S. office locations with occasional travel required
• Opportunity to make a significant impact and excel in a fast-paced environment

Disclosures

• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time basis
• Employment-based visa sponsorship is not available for this position
• AIR is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer
• AIR adheres to strict child safeguarding principles and maintains a drug-free work environment