Junior Security Operations Analyst
Job Location:
Chicago, IL - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
9 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
We are looking for a detail-oriented and analytical Junior Security Operations Analyst to join our cybersecurity this role you will monitor our security tools and systems investigate alerts escalate issues and document security incidents.
Responsibilities:
- Monitor security tools including Microsoft Sentinel Palo Alto Prisma Cloud Fortinet Endpoint Security SentinelOne and CrowdStrike to detect threats anomalies and incidents
- Investigate alerts through data analysis root cause identification and evidence gathering
- Escalate complex incidents to senior analysts and management
- Create and maintain documentation related to security events alerts and mitigation
- Apply automation techniques and scripting to streamline security monitoring and response using Python Bash PowerShell and more
- Assist with cloud security oversight across AWS and Microsoft Azure environments
- Perform maintenance and troubleshooting on security tools and systems
- Acquire and maintain basic certifications such as Security CySA or SSCP
Requirements:
- Bachelors degree in CyberSecurity or related field.
- 1-2 years experience in a SOC analyst cybersecurity operations or related IT security role
- Proficiency with Microsoft Sentinel Palo Alto Prisma Cloud Fortinet Endpoint Security SentinelOne CrowdStrike
- Experience with SIEMs firewalls EDR cloud security tools
- Knowledge of threat intelligence adversary techniques and attack methods
- Log analysis and data correlation skills
- Critical thinking analytical and problem solving skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced security operations environment
- Coding/scripting skills in Python Bash PowerShell or other languages
- Strong communication skills and teamwork oriented
Certifications(Preferred):
- Microsoft Azure Security AZ500 or Microsoft Security Operations Analyst SC200
- Any related cloud security certifications from AWS or Microsoft
- Palo Alto Networks OR Fortinet Security Certifications