Junior Cyber Security Analyst

Benefits:

  • Bonus based on performance
  • Home office stipend
  • Free food & snacks


Job Title: Junior Cyber Security Analyst
Location: Fort Worth, TX / Remote
Employment Type: Full-Time

We are seeking an experienced Cybersecurity Analyst to join our security team and help protect our systems, applications, networks, and data from evolving cyber threats. The ideal candidate will have approximately 3+ years of hands-on cybersecurity experience and be comfortable investigating security alerts, analyzing threats, responding to incidents, and improving security controls.


  • Monitor the network using technologies and services for security issues, including the use of SIEM, EDR, NDR and DLP technologies.
  • Respond to and review email security incidents and reports.
  • Investigate security breaches and other cybersecurity incidents.
  • Install security measures and operate software to protect systems and information infrastructure.
  • Document security incidents and assess the damage they cause.
  • Work with the security team to perform tests and uncover network vulnerabilities.
  • Fix detected vulnerabilities to maintain a high-security standard.
  • Stay current on IT security trends and news.
  • Research security enhancements and make recommendations to management.
  • Ensure systems are up to date and assist in patching as necessary.
  • Perform initial triage of security alerts.
  • Monitor reports and dashboards.
  • Participate in regular audits, including procuring artifacts as necessary.
  • Create incidents for non-alerted related findings, including user reported or findings from reports and dashboards.
  • Work on time sensitive compliance requirements, including performing reviews, user training, and submitting required documents for management review or third-party attestation.
  • Assist in the evaluation of new products and services as necessary.
  • Work with the security team on remediation and enhancement projects.

Qualifications

  • Professional proficiency in English, including verbal and written communication.
  • Basic understanding of Information Security concepts and principles.
  • Basic understanding of Windows and Linux operating systems.
  • Basic understanding of networking concepts such as TCP/IP, DNS, HTTP/HTTPS, ports, and firewalls.
  • Strong interest in learning and developing hands-on Information Security skills.
  • Ability to troubleshoot problems by gathering information, analyzing the issue, and working with appropriate teams when additional support is needed.
  • Good communication and collaboration skills.
  • Ability to clearly record and document technical issues, procedures, and resolutions.
  • Strong attention to detail and willingness to take ownership of assigned tasks.
  • Ability to learn new technologies and adapt to changing operational needs.

This is a remote position.

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