IT Security Analyst

Responsibilities

• Monitor security events across Azure and on-premises systems, evaluate escalated alerts, and determine the appropriate response path.
• Investigate suspicious activity by reviewing system, application, and security logs to identify indicators of compromise or policy violations.
• Use Microsoft Sentinel and related security platforms to detect potential incidents, prioritize findings, and support timely containment efforts.
• Partner with end users, technical teams, and security personnel to coordinate remediation steps and reduce operational exposure.
• Maintain clear records of investigations, response actions, and outcomes to support audit readiness and incident tracking.
• Contribute to security assessments and compliance reviews by organizing evidence and helping maintain required documentation.
• Recommend updates to security controls, policies, and procedures based on observed risks, recurring trends, and incident findings.

Requirements

• Hands-on experience with SIEM platforms, including Microsoft Sentinel or Azure Sentinel, in a security monitoring or incident response setting.
• Working knowledge of cybersecurity principles related to threat detection, investigation, and remediation.
• Experience identifying suspicious behavior and escalating or resolving security events with sound judgment.
• Familiarity with Microsoft-centric infrastructure and security tooling used to support enterprise protection efforts.
• Strong documentation skills with the ability to produce accurate incident records and compliance-related materials.
• Effective communication skills for collaborating with technical teams, security stakeholders, and end users.

Qualifications

This position requires a bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience. Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or GSEC may be preferred.

Skills

Proficiency in scripting languages like PowerShell, Python, or Bash, as well as experience with cloud services like Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud Platform.

Benefits

Commensurate with experience.

Pay

TBD

Schedule

Full-time