Data Security Analyst – 3rd Shift

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Michigan.

📋 Description

• Oversee the Security Operations Center (SOC) during nights and weekends.

• Timely respond to and investigate alerts, alarms, emails, and phone calls directed to the SOC.

• Monitor and analyze security incidents.

• Identify potential threats and manage incident responses.

• Protect clients and secure assets.

• Keep informed about cybersecurity trends and best practices to strengthen the organization's security posture.

• Conduct pretext calls.

• Develop phishing email campaigns to evaluate and enhance security awareness.

• Simulate real-world social engineering threats to uncover vulnerabilities and fortify defenses.

• Monitor and respond to alerts, as well as client and colleague communications.

• Review daily security reports.

• Enforce policies and controls effectively.

• Input data into Paylocity in real-time.

• Read and reply to emails and phone calls promptly.

• Submit time entries accurately.

• Track objectives and perform weekly goal analysis.

• Prepare monthly performance reports.

• Attend SOC and monthly compliance meetings.

• Engage in Infotex events, including IT Security Conference Dinner, SOC face-to-face meetings, winter parties, Infotex Jam, IT Governance Annual Duties, Awareness Summit, and CPE for Certifications.

• Update documentation in Confluence.

• Conduct Second Set of Eyes document reviews.

• Execute Ticketing Contact Reviews.

• Organize Keepass contacts efficiently.

• Participate in social engineering initiatives.

• Collaborate with the Talk Team as a researcher.

• Contribute to the Security Blog.

⛳️ Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship or naturalized citizen work authorization is mandatory due to necessary security accesses and clearances.

• Candidates must reside in the Midwest, preferably in Michigan, to meet work hour requirements.

• W2 employment only (Direct / 1-layer visa).

• No C2C or third-party submissions accepted.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Operations Systems.

• Familiarity with Unix is a plus, but a willingness to learn Unix is required.

• Understanding of general networking tools and concepts.

• Willingness to travel as needed.

• Strong adaptability skills.

• Detail-oriented and growth-focused mindset.

• Excellent problem-solving abilities.

• Team-oriented approach.

• Effective time management skills.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.

• Opportunities for professional development and certifications.

• Dynamic work environment with a focus on teamwork.

• Engaging company culture with various events and activities.