Systems Security Analyst

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented entry-level Cybersecurity Analyst with 2–3 years of professional experience. This role is ideal for someone looking to grow their career in cybersecurity while contributing to the protection of our organization’s systems and data. The analyst will be responsible for monitoring, detecting, and responding to security threats, conducting vulnerability assessments, and supporting the implementation of cybersecurity tools and policies. While we understand candidates may not possess every skill listed, a strong foundation and willingness to learn are key.

Responsibilities

• Monitor network traffic and systems for security threats and anomalies.
  
• Conduct vulnerability assessments and assist in remediation efforts.
  
• Respond to and investigate security incidents, including forensic analysis.
  
• Implement and manage security tools such as firewalls, antivirus, and endpoint protection.
  
• Collaborate with IT teams to design and maintain secure systems and networks.
  
• Assist in developing and maintaining disaster recovery and incident response plans.
  
• Provide security awareness training to employees.
  
• Research emerging threats and recommend mitigation strategies.
  
• Ensure compliance with relevant security frameworks and regulations.
  

Qualifications

• Understanding of firewalls, VPNs, and secure network architecture.
  
• Familiarity with network protocols (TCP/IP, DNS, HTTP/S).
  
• Experience with Windows Server/Desktop environments.
  
• Exposure to mobile OS and IoT/SCADA/OT systems.
  
• Basic knowledge of SOC/SIEM platforms.
  
• Experience with vulnerability scanners and endpoint protection (MDR/XDR).
  
• Exposure to threat hunting and incident response.
  
• Understanding of penetration testing and patch management.
  
• Familiarity with Active Directory, IAM, RBAC, and Zero Trust principles.
  
• Experience with MFA/SSO and privileged access management.
  
• Awareness of securing cloud environments (AWS, Azure).
  
• Understanding of cloud-native security tools and SaaS posture management.
  
• Basic knowledge of encryption standards (AES, RSA, SHA).
  
• Understanding of SSL/TLS, PKI, and certificate management.
  
• Exposure to security frameworks (NIST, HIPAA, PCI, etc.).
  
• Ability to identify risks and recommend mitigation strategies.
  
• Ability to follow incident response playbooks and containment procedures.
  
• Ability to diagnose and resolve complex security issues.
  
• 2–3 years of experience in a cybersecurity analyst or similar role.
  
• Certifications such as CompTIA Security are a plus.