Cybersecurity Analyst - Remote

IDEAL Industries, Inc. has built a reputation for over a century by crafting iconic tools and practical technology required in aerospace, data communications, electrical, wire processing and construction. The global family of IDEAL brands includes IDEAL Electrical, Anderson Power, and Enatel.

A vibrant and dynamic company, IDEAL is best known for our wire connectors, the gold standard for making electrical connections around the world. Nearly every commercial jet is assembled using IDEAL wire strippers and, as part of the critical equipment on NASA missions, our tools even help NASA astronauts fly to the moon. Most important, our products benefit skilled tradespeople, who reach for IDEAL tools every day.

IDEAL is propelled by the concept of Building an IDEAL World. Our family-run business is committed to building ideal relationships with customers, employees, and communities by crafting some of our industry’s most innovative and trusted tools.

The Cybersecurity Analyst is responsible for protecting IDEAL Industries’ systems, data, and users from cybersecurity threats. This role supports monitoring threats, responding to incidents, and improving security controls across the organization.

Responsibilities:

• Monitor and respond to cybersecurity incidents including phishing and malware
• Monitoring and triage security alerts using tools like Microsoft Security Console, Darktrace, and Rapid7
• Investigate and analyze suspicious emails and threats
• Conduct phishing simulations and support awareness training
• Participate in Security Operations processes and meetings
• Support vulnerability management by reviewing prioritized findings and helping deploy remediation solutions
• Assist in executing the organization’s cybersecurity program
• Collaborate with IT and business stakeholders on security issues
• Participate in incident response activities, including documentation and escalation of security events via FreshService.
• Help maintain and audit digital assets, firewall configurations, and Active Directory for security gaps.
• Contribute to the development and refinement of security SOPs and policy documentation.
• Perform onboarding/offboarding cyber audit checks and assist with identity and access management tasks.
• Stay current on cybersecurity trends and assist in reporting metrics and insights to the SecOps team
• Actively engage in responsibilities and initiatives to ensure a safe work environment.
• Comply with and contribute to the continuous improvement of company policies, processes and procedures.
• Contributes to a collaborative, team-oriented workplace, which may include other duties as assigned.
  
  

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent experience
• Experience in cybersecurity or IT security roles
• Knowledge of incident response and email security
• Strong analytical and communication skills
• 2-4 years work experience
• Experience with Microsoft security tools (Defender Console/Intune)
• Familiarity with cybersecurity frameworks (NIST/CSF 2.0)
• Relevant certifications such as Security or CISSP
• Familiarity with vulnerability scanners/NDR (IE – Rapid7/DarkTrace)
  
  

The expected annual salary for this position is between $95,845.00 and $129,155.00 and is eligible for incentive pay. This range represents a good faith estimate for the position and actual compensation will be based on numerous factors including knowledge, location, skills, training and experience.

IDEAL employees enjoy a wide range of valuable benefits including:

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Education Reimbursement
• Wellness Programs
• 401k with Company Match
• Cash Balance Pension Plan
  
  

IDEAL values rest, personal time and community involvement facilitating these through several paid time off programs including:

• Vacation
• Personal Days
• Volunteer Time
• Holidays
• Parental Leave
  
  

IDEAL INDUSTRIES, INC. is proud to be one of Newsweek’s Global Top 100 Most Loved Workplaces and an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. We know when you honor relationships, success for all will follow. To learn more about us, visit www.idealindustries.com

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