Associate Analyst, Cyber Security

Nightingale Education Group

. Monitor security alerts using Cato and Checkpoint alongside the Senior Analyst .

Posted 10/14/2026full-timeRemote • Utah • United StatesJuniorMid-LevelWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates proficiency in monitoring security alerts, documenting incidents, and assisting with incident response while adhering to established security protocols. Familiarity with vulnerability management and identity access control is essential, along with strong communication skills for effective documentation and collaboration.

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Vulnerability ManagementIncident Response AssistanceMicrosoft Entra IDCompTIA Security+Ticketing Systems Experience

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Hard Skills

Vulnerability ScanningIncident DocumentationAccess ControlSecurity Alert MonitoringPhishing SimulationsDisaster Recovery DocumentationUser Account ManagementCompliance ReviewsSecurity PlaybooksEmerging Threat Awareness

Soft Skills

Strong Written CommunicationStrong Verbal CommunicationCuriosity About Cybersecurity

Tools & Technologies

CatoCheckpointFreshServiceMicrosoft 365TenableServiceNow

Certifications & Qualifications

CompTIA Security+

Industry Keywords

CybersecurityHigher EducationThird-Party Risk ManagementInternal AuditsInfoSec Policies

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cyber SecurityServiceNow

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Monitor security alerts using Cato and Checkpoint alongside the Senior Analyst
Document alert details, gather initial context, and flag events for review
Assist during incident response as directed and document findings accurately
Document incidents and lessons learned
Help manage the daily FreshService inbox and InfoSec mailbox
Follow established security playbooks step-by-step and seek guidance before deviating
Run vulnerability scans using Tenable under Senior Analyst instruction
Maintain vulnerability tracking records and verify remediation activities
Pull and organize vulnerability data as directed
Assist with identity and access control tasks in Microsoft Entra ID
Assist with access reviews, log entries, flag anomalies, and process removals after approval
Gather vendor documentation and complete questionnaire sections
Maintain third-party risk register records and participate in software onboarding reviews
Assist with InfoSec policies and procedures, internal audits, and compliance reviews
Administer phishing simulations, coordinate security training assignments, and track completion rates
Contribute to disaster recovery documentation and tabletop exercises
Stay current on emerging threats and developments relevant to higher education

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in any field; IT or technical background a plus
Experience in IT support, helpdesk, or systems administration; no prior cybersecurity experience required
Basic familiarity with Microsoft 365 and Windows; M365 security tool experience a plus
General understanding of user accounts, permissions, and access concepts from an IT perspective
Strong written and verbal communication skills; able to document findings clearly
CompTIA Security+ in progress or planned within first 12 months (preferred)
Hands-on exposure via home labs, TryHackMe, Hack The Box, or similar platforms (preferred)
Demonstrated curiosity about cybersecurity through self-study or personal projects (preferred)
Experience with ticketing systems such as FreshService or ServiceNow (preferred)
Pursuit of a degree or certification in cybersecurity or information technology (preferred)