Salary 💰 $65,000 - $75,000 per year
Tech Stack Cyber Security Linux TCP/IP
About the role Monitor and analyze log data, network traffic, and/or alerts generated by a variety of security technologies in real-time. Respond, triage, and escalate security incidents using a SIEM platform following documented procedures. Assist in the initial investigation of low-to-medium complexity attacks against customer networks. Perform basic analyses of alerts generated from network infrastructure, applications, operating systems, and security tools. Support the execution of vulnerability scans and assist in analyzing results for remediation recommendations. Draft initial security incident reports detailing the threat, its characteristics, and required remediation activities for review by a senior analyst. Research new threats and support senior analysts in ensuring appropriate detection capabilities are in place. Contribute to the quality and timeliness of the security incident detection and classification service. Ensure standards and procedures are adhered to within defined SLA’s. Articulate security issues to customers, both verbally and written, with supervision. Referring difficult or complex issues to more experienced staff. Developing an understanding of current vulnerabilities, attacks, and countermeasures. Identify opportunities for process improvement and suggest them to senior analysts. Manage and track customer issues and requests within a ticketing system. Work within a 24x7x365 team to further support the timely delivery of monitoring services. Requirements 0-2 years of experience in an operational or technical environment, preferably with customer-facing responsibilities. Foundational understanding of core networking concepts including TCP/IP and common Internet protocols. Exposure to or basic understanding of an information/cyber security role, particularly in security monitoring and analysis. Familiarity with the cyber security threat landscape, including prevalent vulnerabilities and attack methods. Familiarity with security tools such as SIEM (Security Information and Event Management) platforms. Demonstrated technical and troubleshooting skills and the ability to adapt to solve new technical issues. General systems infrastructure knowledge (Windows/Linux OS). Strong verbal and written communication skills with a focus on clear and concise reporting. 401(k), including an employer match of 100% of the first 3% contributed and 50% of the next 2% contributed Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance (available on the 1st day of the month following your first day of employment) Group Term Life, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability Voluntary Life, Hospital Indemnity, Accident, and/or Critical Illness Participation in the Discretionary Time Off (DTO) Program 11 Paid Holidays Annually Copy Applicant Tracking System Keywords Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.
Hard skills log analysis network traffic analysis security incident response vulnerability scanning security incident reporting threat research network infrastructure analysis operating systems analysis technical troubleshooting networking concepts
Soft skills communication skills process improvement customer-facing skills team collaboration adaptability problem-solving attention to detail reporting skills time management supervision