Analyst Microsoft Defender

At CDW we make it happen together. Trust connection and commitment are at the heart of how we work together to deliver for our customers. Its why were coworkers not just employees. Coworkers who genuinely believe in supporting our customers and one another. We collectively forge our path forward with a level of commitment that speaks to who we are and where were headed. Were proud to share our story and Make Amazing Happen at CDW.

Job Summary

The Sr. Analyst provides second-level technical client support such as: cyber security analysis of detected anomalies; deep analysis of the operating system; dealing with system crashes and bug fixes; handling troubleshooting; packets captures; configurations; restoring from back up; repair for appliances networks and infrastructure and other system issues for one or more of three particular disciplines: Network Security Information Security and/or Endpoint Security; and brings an established repository of technical expertise to act as a Subject Matter Expert.. This role upholds defined service level agreements (SLA) and customer service excellence. The Sr. Analyst continues to develop a platform of technical expertise.

What you will do:

• 24x7 Support 60% job weight
  • Monitors and resolves support requests. Escalates unresolved issues to senior team members and/or manager(s)
  • Performs deep analysis of the operating system. Handles Cyber incidents system crashes and bug fixes. Handles troubleshooting packets captures configurations restoring from back up and repair for appliances networks infrastructure and other system issues. Issues may multiple interactions with clients and/or vendors to resolve
  • Identifies efficiencies and improvements in workflow thus reducing false positives in client environments
  • Performs root cause analysis and collaborates with consultants and other Analysts to solve repetitive system performance or configuration problems
  • Provides technical knowledge transfer to clients and internal department on low complexity problems
  • Identifies records and escalates service performance trends anomalies and SLA breaches to senior leadership
  • Applies Trusted Advisor techniques to build up client trust and influence loyalty
• Service Delivery Improvement - 20% job weight
  • Provides mentorship and guidance to less senior resources as a trusted advisor in the application of CDW methodologies and the use of tools and templates to troubleshoot client requests
  • Development of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and knowledge base articles
• Professional Development 20% job weight
  • Attends training sessions or shadowing activities and obtains industry related certifications as determined by Manager
  • Participate notably in assigned self-paced trainings

What we expect of you:

• Bachelors degree (B.A./B.S.) or 3-year diploma in Engineering Computer Science or a Technology related field and 1 years of security experience in a client-focused environment and/or working in a security operations center OR
• 6 years total of Information Technology experience to include 1 years of security experience in a client-focused environment and/or working in a security operations center
• At least two intermediate-level certifications in Managed Security Services disciplines including but not limited to:
  • Microsoft SC-200/SC-100/SC-300/SC-400/ SC-900;
  • PCNSE Cortex XDR: PCDRA IBM QRadar Security Administrator; Splunk Exabeam: Principal Security Analyst Associate or Advanced Security Engineer CrowdStrike Falcon CFA CSA CEH or similar technology certifications

• Experience with Cyber Security Incident response (triage investigation remediation tuning) primarily with Microsoft Defender and/or Sentinel. Relevant experience with another vendor platform is an asset.

• The position is part of a 7-day per week 24-hour per day managed services operations. To provide the required coverage must be willing to work weekends holidays and overtime.

• Provide direct client support managing tickets and handling calls.
• Collaborate internally and externally to troubleshoot technical issues.
• Analyze and resolve problems across MSS supported technologies.
• Experience supporting IT infrastructure and Information Systems design or support involving hardware software and services at an enterprise level for at least one discipline in the Managed Security Services portfolio
• Contribute to team objectives and maintain high customer satisfaction.
• Mentor less experienced team members and prioritize tasks effectively.
• Proficiency with productivity tools such as word processing spreadsheet diagram creation presentation and email processing applications.
• Actively engage in coaching and continuous learning to enhance technical skills.
• Apply critical thinking and problem-solving abilities to address challenges.
• Experience in client-based support
• Clear understanding of Managed Security Services offerings and business proposition
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work independently and under minimal supervision

About us

We make technology work so people can do great things.

CDW is a Fortune 500 technology solutions provider to business government education and healthcare organizations across the globe. At CDW we make it happen together. Trust connection and commitment are at the heart of how we work together to deliver for our customers. Its why were coworkers not just employees. Coworkers who genuinely believe in supporting our customers and one another. We collectively forge our path forward with a level of commitment that speaks to who we are and where were headed. Were your long-term full-stack full-lifecycle technology partner. We have the experience expertise scale relationships and deep industry knowledge to bring just about any vision to life. Together we can deliver the full promise of what technology can do. Together we Make Amazing Happen.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability or status as a protected veteran.

Job Attributes

CDW is committed to being an AI-fluent organization

Additionally CDW is committed to fostering an equitable transparent and respectful hiring process for all applicants. During our application process our goal is to understand your experience strengths skills and qualifications. As an AI forward company we see AI not just as a tool but as a catalyst for new ways of thinking creating and communicating. We encourage candidates to embrace an AI mindset one thats curious adaptive and ready to explore whats possible. We welcome thoughtful use of AI to expand your perspective and elevate how you share your story while ensuring your application remains rooted in your own background judgment and voice.

About Us

CDW is a Fortune 500 technology solutions provider that helps businesses government education and healthcare organizations achieve whats possible through technology. What makes CDW different isnt just what we doits how we do it. At CDW we act as onebuilding trust speaking candidly and working together to achieve more. We play to winfocusing on what matters most and delivering for our customers. And we think forwardstaying curious moving fast and continuously learning. We believe meaningful work happens when people feel supported heard and empowered to contribute. Thats why we think of ourselves as coworkers not just employeesworking together to solve complex challenges and deliver real impact for our customers and communities.

As a fullstack fulllifecycle technology partner CDW brings deep expertise strong relationships and broad industry knowledge to help turn ideas into outcomes. When you join CDW you become part of a collaborative environment where your work matters your growth is supported and your contributions help shape whats next.

Together we deliver the full promise of what technology can do. Together we Make Amazing Happen.

CDW is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability status protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited by state and local law.