Jr. Information Security Analyst - Detection and Response

OverviewWe are seeking an Information Security Analyst I to support our cybersecurity operations team. This role is ideal for recent graduates or candidates with up to 2 years of IT, cybersecurity, or related experience. The analyst will assist with monitoring security alerts, investigating potential threats, supporting endpoint security tools, and helping maintain security policies and documentation.
ResponsibilitiesMonitor and review security alerts from tools such as CrowdStrike and Microsoft Defender.Assist with investigating and responding to security incidents.Support identity and access management (IAM) monitoring, including suspicious logins and account activity.Help manage security controls within Microsoft Entra ID, Microsoft Defender, and Microsoft Purview.Assist with data loss prevention (DLP) policies and security configuration reviews.Maintain incident documentation and security reports.Support vulnerability management and remediation activities.Learn and apply basic scripting (PowerShell, Python, etc.) to automate routine security tasks.Collaborate with IT and security teams to improve overall security posture.
Qualifications0–2 years of experience in cybersecurity, IT support, systems administration, or a related field.Basic understanding of cybersecurity concepts, including threats, vulnerabilities, and incident response.Familiarity with Microsoft security technologies, endpoint protection, or SIEM tools is a plus.Exposure to scripting languages such as PowerShell or Python is preferred.Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and communication skills.Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field preferred.Security certifications such as Security+, SC-900, or similar are a plus.
Preferred SkillsKnowledge of endpoint security tools (CrowdStrike, Microsoft Defender, SentinelOne, etc.).Understanding of identity management and MFA concepts.Experience with Microsoft 365 and Entra ID.Ability to learn quickly and work in a fast-paced environment.