Cybersecurity Data Analyst

Outstanding contract with possible contract-to-hire opportunity! A well-known Financial Services Company is looking for a Cybersecurity Data Analyst in Charlotte, NC, Chandler, AZ or Irving, TX (Hybrid). This role will support a growing initiative aimed at automating control validation and compliance across cloud and technology environments. This role requires a unique blend of cybersecurity domain knowledge and advanced data analysis skills.

Work with the brightest minds at one of the largest financial institutions in the world. This is a contract-to-hire opportunity that includes a competitive benefit package! Our client has been around for over 150 years and is continuously innovating in today's digital age. If you want to work for a company that is not only a household name, but also truly cares about satisfying customers' financial needs and helping people succeed financially, apply today.

Contract Duration: 3+ months, contract-to-hire

Required Skills & Experience

• Strong knowledge of cybersecurity concepts (e.g., authentication, authorization, firewalls).
• 3+ years of hands-on experience with Python for scripting, data analysis, and automation.
• Advanced experience writing complex queries in Splunk.
• Solid experience with SQL and NoSQL databases (e.g., MongoDB, Redis).
• Hands-on experience working with cloud platforms—GCP and Azure preferred.
• Experience working with both structured and unstructured data, including performing ETL-like activities.

Desired Skills & Experience

• Experience using Jupyter Notebook for data export and reporting.
• Exposure to enterprise-scale cybersecurity environments, preferably in financial services.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Familiarity with control frameworks and audit/reporting practices in large organizations.

What You Will Be Doing

• Collaborate with business and technology teams to understand control requirements and interpret policy-driven mandates.
• Analyze large datasets from multiple sources (e.g., Splunk, SQL/NoSQL databases, application logs) to determine whether controls are properly implemented.
• Identify relevant data fields, write queries, generate summary indices, and support evidence gathering for control adherence (e.g., SSO compliance).
• Present findings to stakeholders for validation and sign-off.
• Use tools such as Jupyter Notebook for data extraction, transformation, and visualization of complex datasets.
• Support cloud-related initiatives across GCP, Azure, and AWS platforms.
• Establish repeatable, scalable analysis practices aligned with enterprise risk and security standards.

You will receive the following benefits:

• Medical Insurance - Four medical plans to choose from for you and your family
• Dental & Orthodontia Benefits
• Vision Benefits
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Voluntary Life Insurance, Long-Term & Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• 401(k) including match with pre and post-tax options
• Paid Sick Time Leave
• Legal and Identity Protection Plans
• Pre-tax Commuter Benefit
• 529 College Saver Plan

Motion Recruitment Partners (MRP) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants must be currently authorized to work on a full-time basis in the country for which they are applying, and no sponsorship is currently available. Employment is subject to the successful completion of a pre-employment screening. Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process as required under MRP’s Employment Accommodation policy. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.