IT Cybersecurity Analyst

Job Description

• Monitor and analyze security events from various systems (endpoints, networks, cloud services, and email) using endpoint detection and response platforms and security information and event management solutions to identify and escalate potential threats.
• Investigate and respond to security incidents by following defined playbooks, including isolating compromised devices, removing malicious content, and resetting user credentials to contain threats and minimize impact.
• Cook up incident response efforts with internal IT teams and external security partners to ensure thorough remediation and timely recovery from security events.
• Perform and review regular vulnerability scans and assist with prioritizing and tracking remediation of critical findings in collaboration with system owners and infrastructure teams.
• Administer and maintain security monitoring tools and controls such as endpoint protection, log monitoring, intrusion detection, and web/email filtering, and fine-tune alert configurations to improve detection accuracy and reduce false positives.
• Monitor user account activity and identity logs for suspicious access events or privilege misuse, taking actions such as account lockouts and password resets to prevent unauthorized access.
• Participate in security projects and initiatives, including deploying new security tools, refining incident response processes, and implementing operational improvements.
• Aid in security metrics and reporting to support key performance indicators and continuous improvement of security operations.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in cybersecurity operations, such as a security analyst or incident response role, preferably in a hybrid enterprise environment.
• Hands-on experience with security monitoring and incident response tools, including endpoint protection, log analysis, or SIEM platforms.
• Familiarity with core security operations concepts such as threat detection, incident handling, and vulnerability management.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills with a security-first mindset.
• Excellent communication and documentation skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Basic scripting or automation skills (such as PowerShell or Python) are a plus.
• Familiarity with cloud security or identity and access management processes (such as MFA or SSO) is a plus.

What AmeriLife Offers

• A comprehensive benefits package that includes PTO, medical, dental, vision, retirement savings, disability insurance, and life insurance.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

• We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and value diversity at all levels of the organization.

Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) Statement

• We are committed to full compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and all applicable state and local disability laws.

Pay Transparency Statement

• We are committed to pay transparency and equity, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Background Screening Statement

• Employment offers are contingent upon the successful completion of a background screening, which may include employment verification, education verification, criminal history check, and other job-related inquiries, as permitted by law.

Pay Transparency Statement

• We are committed to pay transparency and equity, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.