Security Analyst

Job Description

We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Security Analyst to join our IT team. In this role, you will be responsible for safeguarding our systems and data, managing user access, and promoting a security-first culture within the organization. You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with security policies, address incidents, and contribute to continuous process improvements to enhance our security posture. Key Responsibilities: User Access Management: Collaborate with users to understand data access requirements and recommend security improvements. Manage user account creation, termination, and access modifications, promoting the Principle of Least Privilege (POLP) . Support Identity and Access Management (IAM) processes, coordinating with departments like HR and Finance to align timing and procedures. Security Monitoring & Incident Response: Proactively monitor security systems to ensure compliance with IT policies, standards, and best practices. Actively participate in security incident coordination and remediation , ensuring swift and effective resolution. Conduct regular security audits , documenting findings and implementing remediations as needed. Training & Security Awareness: Train users on security best practices and promote a culture of security awareness across the organization. Share industry best practices and new security insights with team members to strengthen the organization's security posture. Documentation & Process Improvement: Maintain clear, detailed documentation of security procedures and protocols. Recommend and help implement process improvements to reduce security risks, subject to IT management approval. Collaborate with the Security team and IT personnel for knowledge sharing and cross-functional success. System & Data Protection: Assist in developing and executing plans to protect computer files against accidental or unauthorized modifications. Perform ongoing security evaluations and contribute to the integration or automation of security tools. Qualifications & Experience: Education: Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, MIS , or a related field. Experience: Minimum 1 year of experience in an IT or security-related role within a collaborative environment. Experience with Microsoft Operating Systems, Microsoft 365 (Exchange, Teams, SharePoint) , and Active Directory (AD/Azure AD) . Familiarity with basic networking concepts and security management tools . Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills . High attention to detail with a focus on delivering quality results within established policies and procedures. Excellent organizational and time management skills . Ability to evaluate systems, analyze security requirements, and support the integration/automation of security processes. Why Join Us Grow your career in a fast-evolving cybersecurity environment. Collaborate with industry experts and cross-functional teams. Opportunities for learning, development, and certification support. Be a key part of strengthening the organization's security framework. If you are passionate about cybersecurity, eager to learn, and ready to contribute to a team dedicated to protecting critical systems and data we'd love to hear from you! Let me know if you'd like me to tailor this further or add anything! ????