Security Analyst

Elevate Your Career with MSA: Security Analyst

Do you have a passion for protecting company information systems and networks from cyber threats MSA is excited to announce an opportunity for a Security Analyst. This role involves monitoring analyzing and responding to security incidents as well as implementing security measures to safeguard our digital infrastructure. This position can be remote hybrid or onsite in any of our 17 offices in Wisconsin Iowa Minnesota or Illinois.

If youre ready to make your mark and work with a team that values your expertise apply today!

Why MSA

• Innovation and Impact: Work with cuttingedge technology that is supported both with budget dollars and leadership buyin.
• Collaborative Culture: Be part of a supportive team where your contributions are valued and your growth is nurtured.
• EmployeeOwned: Benefit from our 100 employeeowned ESOP program and share in the success you help create.
• Commitment to Professional Growth: MSA supports learning and development across the company and as we grow your role can grow.

Since our formal incorporation as a civil engineering consulting firm in 1962 and in the decades before it we at MSA have been working hard to create strong resilient communities. With over a century of experience to draw from we cant wait to see what the future holds. Because no matter the day year or location our pledge remains the same: when you work with MSA its more than a project. Its a commitment.

Your mission:

• Protect the companys information systems and networks from cyber threats.
• Monitor analyze and respond to security incidents.
• Implement security measures to safeguard our digital infrastructure.
• Monitor network traffic and system activity for potential security threats.
• Conduct regular security assessments and vulnerability scans.
• Investigate and respond to security incidents and breaches.
• Develop and implement security policies procedures and best practices.
• Collaborate with IT and engineering teams to ensure secure system configurations.
• Stay up to date with the latest cybersecurity trends and threats.
• Provide training and awareness programs for employees on cybersecurity practices.
• Prepare and present reports on security incidents and mitigation efforts.

WHAT YOU BRING

• 2 years of IT security experience preferred.
• Bachelors degree in Cybersecurity IT or a related field.
• Proficient with Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) systems.
• Detailed security knowledge of Microsoft Active Directory/Entra ID.
• Fully understand and can implement policies for Microsoft Entra ID: conditional access identity protection enterprise applications sentinel privileged identity management plus any others required.
• Knowledge of Privileged Access Management solutions Secret Server preferred.
• VPN security experience is required FortiClient preferred.
• Accomplished in Duo and Microsoft MFA deployment and configurations.
• Skillful with A/V and network endpoint detection/prevention technologies Windows Defender preferred.
• Advanced understanding of cloud security solutions including but not limited to SAML 2.0 and SSO.
• Experience with email security platforms and technologies; SPF/DKIM/DMARC Mimecast and PhishER platforms preferred.
• Knowledge of security frameworks such as NIST and CMMC 2.0.
• Proficiency in task automation and programming PowerShell preferred.
• Team player great skills in communication and collaboration and a proven problemsolver.
• Desire to help the IT Department be a respected business partner at MSA.
• The selected candidate must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. without requiring visa sponsorship now or in the future. We are unable to provide or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this role.

Why MSA

• Better Together: A collaborative environment that values open ideas diversity and authenticity. Our diverse perspectives fuel innovation and success in our employeeowned firm.
• Multidisciplinary Opportunities: Follow your interests explore new experiences and apply your skills where they have the most impact.
• Weve Got Your Back: Enjoy support when you need it and independence when you dont. We are 400 strong working as one cohesive team.
• Passion & Purpose: Were passionate about our work and proud of it! Share inspirations geek out and think big with us.
• Pay & Perks: Competitive pay and unique perks that make MSA stand out.
• Communities of Practice: Our think tanks and idea generatorsregular collaboration and learning opportunities.
• WorkLife Integration: Life doesnt stop when work begins. We support your professional and personal balance.
• Commitment to Learning: Ongoing training tuition reimbursement and cuttingedge technology to keep you connected and creative.
• Community Engagement: Giving back through volunteering education STEM outreach and event participation backed by corporate sponsorship and donations.

BestinIndustry Benefits Eligible employees enjoy:

• Quality Insurance Options: Medical dental and vision coverage for you and your family
• Paid Time Off: Minimum of 17 days in the first year for fulltime employees
• Paid Holidays: 8 holidays per year
• Paid Parental Leave: 2 weeks for both parents with additional time for birth parents under MSAs Short Term Paid Leave
• Supplemental Insurance: 100 paid life longterm disability and shortterm disability insurance
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP): 100 employeeowned with stock provided at no cost
• 401k Retirement Savings Plan: Generous employer match immediately 100 vested
• Short Term Incentive (STIP) bonus

MSA is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. AtMSA we value a diverse inclusive workforce and we provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. All qualified applicants for employment will be considered without regard to an individuals race color sex gender identity gender expression religion age national origin or ancestry citizenship physical or mental disability medical condition family care status marital status domestic partner status sexual orientation genetic information military or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal state or local laws. If you are unable to submit your application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability please contact us at

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