Position Overview: As a Junior Cybersecurity Analyst, you will support the cybersecurity team in protecting the organization's information systems and data from cyber threats. Your role will involve monitoring network traffic, analyzing security alerts, and assisting in incident response activities. This entry-level position is ideal for individuals passionate about cybersecurity, with a strong desire to grow their skills in a dynamic environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Monitoring and Analysis: Assist in monitoring network traffic and security logs to detect and respond to potential security threats and vulnerabilities.
Incident Response: Support incident response activities by investigating security incidents, analyzing attack vectors, and documenting findings.
Vulnerability Management: Help identify and assess security vulnerabilities in systems and applications, and assist in the implementation of remediation measures.
Security Tools: Utilize security tools and software to perform tasks such as log analysis, intrusion detection, and threat intelligence gathering.
Documentation: Maintain accurate and detailed records of security incidents, investigations, and responses. Prepare reports on security findings and activities.
Compliance: Ensure adherence to security policies, procedures, and best practices. Assist in maintaining compliance with relevant regulations and standards.
Learning and Development: Participate in training and professional development opportunities to stay current with cybersecurity trends, tools, and techniques.

Qualifications:

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field. Relevant certifications (e.g., CompTIA Security+, CEH) are a plus.
Experience: 1-2 years of experience in cybersecurity, IT support, or a related field. Internships or academic projects related to cybersecurity are valuable.
Technical Skills: Basic understanding of network protocols, operating systems (Windows, Linux), and security concepts. Familiarity with security tools and software is a plus.
Analytical Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with attention to detail.
Communication Skills: Good written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey technical information to non-technical stakeholders.
Teamwork: Ability to work effectively in a team environment and support colleagues in achieving common security goals.

Salary Range: $85-105K

About Securance Consulting:

Securance Consulting is an IT professional services firm dedicated to independent assessments of cybersecurity, risk, compliance, and efficiency of IT operations. For over 23 years, we have helped clients leverage the advantage of insight to safeguard data, mitigate risks, and align their security programs with business objectives.

Securance is proud to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Mission:

To protect businesses from cyber threats by providing independent, unbiased assessments of IT security, control, compliance, and operational efficiency.

Core Values:

1. Client service / interaction

- Excellent customer service skills

- Provides clients with a high-level of service

- Responsive to all requests and responds in timely manner

2. Strong willed

- Strong conviction and strong willed

- Basic belief system

- 100% focused at work

- Focused on the task at hand

- Produces mistake and error free work

3. Dedicated / Strong work ethic

- Allegiance to Securance

- No clock watchers

- Does what it takes to get the job done

4. Good Communication Skills

- Uses effective and efficient language to communicate message

- Communicates in as few words as possible in a clear and direct manner

5. Acts with the Greater Good in mind

- Thinks outside of Securance

- Actions align with the vision of the firm

6. Team Player

- Develop positive work relationships.

- Display genuine passion and commitment through initiative.

- Contribute ideas and communicate constructively

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $85,000.00 - $105,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person

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