Sr. Security Analyst

About the role

We are seeking a Sr. Security Analyst to protect company systems, networks, and data from cybersecurity threats. This role monitors security activity, investigates incidents, identifies vulnerabilities, and helps improve security controls and processes. The Senior Security Analyst also works with internal teams and outside partners to strengthen the company’s overall security posture. This is a 6-month contract-to-Hire opportunity with our Lenexa, KS client.

Responsibilities

• Monitor security systems and analyze potential threats and suspicious activity.
• Investigate and respond to security incidents and breaches.
• Perform vulnerability assessments and security testing.
• Recommend and implement security controls to reduce risk.
• Develop and maintain security policies, standards, and procedures.
• Provide security guidance to technical teams and business stakeholders.
• Research emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and security trends.
• Evaluate new security tools and technologies.
• Prepare security reports, metrics, and findings for leadership.
• Coordinate security activities with external partners and vendors.

Requirements

• 3–5+ years of experience deploying, supporting, or maintaining information security systems.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of security certifications, training, and experience.
• Solid knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks, standards, and best practices.
• Experience with security technologies such as SIEM, IDS/IPS, firewalls, VPNs, and encryption.
• Experience with Microsoft Sentinel.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work across technical and business teams.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Security certification such as CySA+, SSCP, E|CSS, or a similar intermediate-level certification.

Qualifications

• Preferred: Experience with Microsoft Defender security tools, including Endpoint, Identity, Cloud, and Vulnerability Management.
• Preferred: Experience with Microsoft 365.

Benefits

• Medical/Dental Benefits
• Paid time off
• Paid Holidays
• 401(k)

H1-B Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. No third-parties, please.