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The Planet Group

Information Security Analyst

Remote

United states

Freelance

10-11-2025

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Skills

Communication Risk Management Monitoring Training Organization

Job Specifications

12 Month Contract

NO 3rd Party Recruiters

Information Security Analyst

We’re seeking an experienced Information Security Analyst to support the Information Security & Compliance team in strengthening our security posture and ensuring compliance with frameworks like SOC 2, ISO 27001, and NIST. This role combines hands-on technical knowledge with strong organizational and communication skills to manage security reviews, vendor risk assessments, and audit activities.

Key Responsibilities

Perform and document internal and third-party security reviews.
Gather and organize evidence for SOC 2 and other audits.
Track and report on security training, certifications, and policy updates.
Lead vendor and third-party risk assessments, including due diligence and ongoing monitoring.
Respond to security questionnaires and assessments with technical accuracy.
Collaborate with Compliance, IT, and Procurement to address risks and maintain alignment with security standards.
Support activities related to SOC 2, ISO 27001, and other compliance frameworks.

Qualifications

3–5+ years in Information Security, IT Risk, or Compliance.
Hands-on experience with vendor/third-party risk management.
Familiarity with SOC 2, ISO 27001, and related frameworks.
Solid understanding of IT infrastructure and security controls (network, cloud, endpoints, identity).
Strong organization, documentation, and communication skills.
Experience working cross-functionally with multiple teams.

Ideal for candidates who:

Excel at balancing technical depth with clear communication.
Thrive in compliance-driven, detail-oriented environments.
Are proactive problem-solvers with a passion for continuous improvement.

About the Company

The Planet Group is a diversified professional services organization focused on providing high-value outsourced human capital solutions and niche consulting services to Fortune 500 and other leading clients in the fastest growing and most in-demand sectors. The Planet Group consists of staffing and consulting entities that have been purposefully built to address the professional services needs of leading companies in the technology, energy & engineering, accounting & finance, HR, administrative, and digital marketing industr... Know more