Cyber Security Analyst I (Wednesday - Saturday / Noon to 10p ET shift)

About the Role

Looking to launch your cybersecurity career in a real-world Security Operations Center (SOC)? Join Tusker as a Cyber Security Analyst I and gain hands-on experience protecting organizations from today's evolving cyber threats. This entry-level role is perfect for aspiring cybersecurity professionals who want to build technical skills, work with modern security tools, and receive mentorship from experienced analysts in a 24/7 Managed Security Services Provider (MSSP) environment.

Benefits

• 4-day workweek with every Sunday, Monday, and Tuesday off
• Consistent schedule: Wednesday through Saturday, Noon to 10:00 PM ET
• Hands-on experience with security monitoring, incident response, and threat analysis
• Structured training and mentorship from experienced cybersecurity professionals
• Clear career path to Cyber Security Analyst II and beyond
• Exposure to multiple industries and client environments

Responsibilities

• Monitor and triage cybersecurity alerts across client environments
• Investigate suspicious activity and escalate potential threats
• Support incident response activities and security investigations
• Review phishing, spam, and other email security concerns
• Assist with endpoint security, patching validation, and remediation tracking
• Document findings and maintain accurate security tickets
• Follow established security procedures, playbooks, and escalation paths
• Collaborate with team members during shift handoffs and ongoing investigations

Requirements

• Associate or Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field, or equivalent experience
• 0-2 years of IT or cybersecurity experience
• Basic understanding of Windows, networking, and common cyber threats
• Familiarity with Active Directory and user account management is a plus
• CompTIA Security+ certification (or ability to obtain within a defined timeframe)
• Strong attention to detail, curiosity, and willingness to learn

Skills

• IT Help Desk or Technical Support experience
• Security Operations Centers (SOC) experience
• Endpoint protection or monitoring tools
• Vulnerability management or patching
• Basic networking and system administration

Pay

Compensation: Starts from $25 an hour