Junior Security Analyst

The Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) is managed by the Department of Aviation of the City of Philadelphia.  PHL is the only major airport serving the nations 7th largest metropolitan area and is a large hub airport that serves over 25 million passengers per year.  Twentyseven airlines including all major domestic carriers offer nearly 323 daily departures to more than 120 destinations worldwide.  Located 7 miles from downtown Philadelphia the Airport is easily accessible and convenient to many tourist sites business centers and cultural hubs.  The Airport is selfsustaining and uses no local tax dollars.  PHL is one of the largest economic engines in the region generating $16.8 billion to the economy and accounting for 106000 fulltime jobs annually.  The Airport Information Technology department is headed by the Airport Chief Information Officer (CIO).   Airport IT is responsible for the strategic direction of IT services at the Airport management of all Airport IT infrastructure and the operational support for hundreds of different Airport related systems that serve the needs of the airlines TSA FAA and passengers.

The Junior Security Analyst will assist in monitoring and maintaining the security posture of Philadelphia International Airports information assets. Reporting to the Information Security Manager the successful candidate will be responsible for analyzing security alerts supporting incident response efforts and helping to ensure compliance with security policies and industry standards. 

This entrylevel role is ideal for candidates looking to start their cybersecurity careers with handson experience in security operations monitoring and risk mitigation. This provides a solid foundation for a career in cybersecurity. The Junior Security Analyst will gain handson experience in security operations monitoring and risk mitigation. There will be opportunities for professional growth through ongoing training mentoring from experienced professionals and exposure to a wide range of security challenges and solutions.

By joining Philadelphia International Airports security team the Junior Security Analyst will contribute to the protection of critical infrastructure while developing the skills and knowledge necessary for a successful career in cybersecurity.

Essential Functions

Responsibilities

Monitor security events and alerts to identify potential threats and unauthorized activity.

Assist in investigating and analyzing security incidents providing detailed and actionable recommendations for remediation as well as documenting all security incidents findings and recommendations.

Support the deployment and maintenance of security tools including SIEM (Splunk) IDS/IPS and endpoint protection solutions.

Collaborate with IT and security teams to address vulnerabilities and improve security controls.

Assist in developing and conducting security awareness training for employees.

Follow established security policies and procedures while contributing to their enhancement.

Participate in risk assessments and vulnerability management efforts.

Stay up to date with emerging cybersecurity threats trends and best practices.

Perform other securityrelated tasks as assigned.

Competencies Knowledge Skills and Abilities

Essential Technical Qualifications

Familiarity with endpoint security solutions such as CrowdStrike and Microsoft Defender.

Knowledge of vulnerability scanning tools (Nessus Qualys) and basic remediation techniques.

Understanding of Identity and Access Management (IAM) principles and best practices. 

Understanding of cloud security concepts (AWS Azure Google Cloud) and basic security controls.

Additional/Desirable Skills & Abilities

Awareness of common attack tactics techniques and procedures (TTPs) from frameworks like MITRE ATT&CK.

Interest in learning about malware analysis penetration testing dark web intel  and digital forensics.

Ability to analyze security logs and reports to detect patterns of malicious activity.

Soft Skills & Professional Development:

Strong critical thinking and decisionmaking skills in highpressure situations.

Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a teamoriented environment.

Effective communication skills to explain security concepts to nontechnical stakeholders.

Proactive mindset with a willingness to take initiative and continuously improve security processes.

Qualifications :

Education: Bachelors degree in Cybersecurity Computer Science Information Technology or a related field (or equivalent experience).

Experience: 02 years of experience in information security IT or a related field (internships handson labs or cybersecurity certifications are a plus).

Technical Skills:

o Basic understanding of networking operating systems and security fundamentals.

o Familiarity with security frameworks (e.g. NIST CIS) is a plus.

o Knowledge of Splunk CrowdStrike or similar security tools is a plus.

Certifications (Required): CompTIA Security

Certifications (Preferred): CEH TCM PSAA or other entrylevel security certifications.

Additional Information :

Salary Range: $76500 $79500 

Starting salary to be determined based on experience and qualifications. 

All applications should include the following: 
    Cover Letter clarifying your interest and qualifications for the role.
    Resume
We wont accept or review incomplete applications.

Work Setting: inperson (onsite)

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*The successful candidate must be a city of Philadelphia resident within six months of hire

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Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Fulltime