Job Description

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor, triage, and investigate security alerts across Microsoft 365, CrowdStrike Falcon, Fortinet, and Mimecast; drive incidents through full lifecycle to remediation
• Act as primary liaison with CrowdStrike Falcon Complete MDR team; review findings, coordinate response actions, and ensure recommendations are implemented
• Administer and optimize security tools including SIEM, endpoint protection, and email security platforms; build and tune detection rules, dashboards, and policies
• Manage endpoint patching and vulnerability remediation; maintain compliance, track exceptions, and report on overall patch posture
• Conduct security control audits (MFA, access controls, CIS Controls); identify gaps, implement improvements, and support continuous security enhancement

Work Environment

• This role operates in a fast-paced, security-focused IT environment supporting enterprise systems and users. The Security Analyst works both independently and collaboratively with internal teams and external partners. The position requires handling sensitive information, responding to real-time threats, and maintaining focus under pressure.

Days and Shift Information

• Monday through Friday; standard business hours with occasional after-hours or on-call support required for incident response and critical security events.

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience).

Experience

• 2–5+ years of experience in cybersecurity, security operations, or a related role
• Hands-on experience with security platforms such as Microsoft 365 Security, CrowdStrike Falcon, Fortinet, Mimecast, or similar tools
• Experience with SIEM solutions, endpoint detection and response (EDR), and patch management systems
• Familiarity with CIS Controls, MFA administration, conditional access policies, and email security best practices
• Strong working knowledge of Windows environments, identity management (Azure AD), and network security concepts

Personality Traits

• Strong analytical and problem-solving mindset with high attention to detail
• Calm and methodical under pressure, especially during active security incidents
• Intellectually curious with a proactive approach to identifying and reducing risk
• Effective communicator able to translate technical findings for non-technical audiences
• Collaborative team player with a continuous improvement mindset

Additional Information

Pay/Benefits/Perks

• 90k
• Incentives tied to performance
• PTO that grows with tenure: accrue up to 5 days in the first year; 2 weeks’ vacation + 1 week PTO at your first anniversary
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Disability coverage
• Additional perks: Doc-On-Demand, Tuition Reimbursement, Paid Volunteer Day, Employee Assistance Program

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.