IT Security Analyst

Circular Action Alliance

. Monitor and analyze security events across network, endpoint, and cloud environments using Microsoft Sentinel .

Posted 10/22/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesJunior💰 $83,000 - $98,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in monitoring and analyzing security events across various environments, utilizing tools like Microsoft Sentinel and Microsoft Defender. Proficient in incident response, vulnerability assessments, and security awareness training, with a strong foundation in networking and operating systems.

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Microsoft SentinelIncident ResponseVulnerability AssessmentMicrosoft 365Cloudflare

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Hard Skills

NetworkingOperating SystemsSecurity ConceptsMalware InvestigationPhishing DetectionThreat IntelligenceLog CorrelationSecurity MetricsConfiguration AssessmentAccess Reviews

Soft Skills

Strong CommunicationPatienceReliabilityConfidentialityIntegrity

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft DefenderKnowBe41PasswordCloudflareAzure AD

Certifications & Qualifications

Associate's Degree in CybersecurityBachelor's Degree in Information TechnologyCertificates in Cybersecurity

Industry Keywords

CybersecuritySecurity Awareness ProgramsIncident FindingsEmerging ThreatsSecurity Best Practices

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AzureCloudCyber SecurityDNSFirewallsVault

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Monitor and analyze security events across network, endpoint, and cloud environments using Microsoft Sentinel
Review Microsoft 365 and Azure AD sign-in logs and conditional access alerts for suspicious activity
Investigate and validate potential security incidents, including malware, phishing, unauthorized access, and other malicious activities
Triage, classify, and prioritize security alerts
Assist with Cloudflare security management, including DNS and bot protection events
Assist with 1Password administration, including onboarding/offboarding, vault organization, access reviews, and password/passkey practices
Review Azure security-score recommendations and improve organizational security posture
Support KnowBe4 phishing and security awareness programs, including campaigns, outcome tracking, training, and communications
Assist with vulnerability and configuration assessments on Windows endpoints and SaaS services
Document security procedures, checklists, and how-to guides for non-technical staff and volunteers
Participate in a focused security project aligned with organizational needs
Support incident response through evidence collection, analysis, escalation, containment, and remediation
Correlate logs and security events from firewalls, IDS/IPS, web servers, endpoints, and cloud platforms
Use threat intelligence, IOCs, and adversary TTPs to improve detection capabilities
Document investigations, incident findings, response actions, and lessons learned
Produce security metrics, reports, and operational summaries for stakeholders
Collaborate with Security Operations, IT, and cross-functional teams
Stay current on emerging threats, attack techniques, vulnerabilities, and security best practices
Perform other job-related duties as assigned
Report to the IT Operations/Security Architect

Requirements

What you’ll need

Solid understanding of networking, operating systems (especially Windows), and security concepts including MFA, phishing, and least privilege
Knowledge of Microsoft 365 and fundamental cloud concepts
Strong communication skills and patience when working with non-technical staff
Proven reliability, confidentiality, and integrity in managing sensitive information
Associate's or bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent self-directed learning such as certificates or bootcamps
1–2 years of experience in IT, Cybersecurity, or related roles
Experience with Microsoft Defender, Microsoft Sentinel, KnowBe4, Cloudflare, and 1Password
Must be able to work remotely in the United States