Cyber Security Analyst

Cybersecurity Analyst — 0–3 Years / Freshers Welcome

Location: Chicago, IL, United StatesWorkplace Type: On-site

Employment Type: Full-timeSeniority Level: Entry LevelJob SummaryWe are seeking a motivated and analytical Cybersecurity Analyst to join our growing technology and security team.

This opportunity is ideal for recent graduates and professionals with 0–3 years of experience who are interested in cybersecurity, information security, network security, security monitoring, and risk management.The candidate will assist with security monitoring, incident investigation, vulnerability management, access controls, security analysis, and documentation while working with IT and security teams to help protect organizational systems and data.Fresh graduates are encouraged to apply.Key ResponsibilitiesMonitor security events, alerts, and potential security incidents.Assist with investigating and documenting security incidents.Analyze logs and security-related data to identify unusual activity.Support vulnerability assessment and remediation activities.Assist with security monitoring and threat detection processes.Support identity and access management activities.Review security controls and assist with maintaining security standards.Assist with endpoint, network, and application security activities.Prepare security reports, documentation, and incident summaries.Participate in security assessments and compliance-related activities.Work with IT and infrastructure teams to address security issues.Assist with identifying potential security risks and recommending improvements.Support security awareness and best-practice initiatives.Stay informed about common cybersecurity threats and security technologies.Required QualificationsBachelor's or Master's degree in:CybersecurityInformation SecurityComputer ScienceInformation TechnologyComputer EngineeringNetwork EngineeringInformation SystemsEngineeringor a related technical field.0–3 years of relevant experience.Fresh graduates are welcome to apply.Basic understanding of cybersecurity and information security concepts.Understanding of basic networking concepts.Familiarity with operating systems, databases, or cloud environments.Basic understanding of security risks, vulnerabilities, and access controls.Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.Good communication and documentation skills.Required SkillsCybersecurityInformation SecurityNetwork SecuritySecurity FundamentalsVulnerability ManagementSecurity MonitoringIncident ResponseRisk ManagementNetworkingMicrosoft ExcelPreferred SkillsSIEMSplunkMicrosoft SentinelCrowdStrikeWiresharkNessusVulnerability AssessmentPenetration TestingIAMActive DirectoryLinuxWindows ServerAWSAzurePythonSecurity Operations Center (SOC)Threat DetectionNISTISO 27001Security+ / related cybersecurity certificationsSoft SkillsAnalytical ThinkingProblem SolvingCommunicationAttention to DetailCritical ThinkingTeam CollaborationTime ManagementOrganizationAdaptabilityWillingness to LearnEducationBachelor's or Master's Degree in Cybersecurity, Information Security, Computer Science, Information Technology, Computer Engineering, Network Engineering, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related technical field.Experience0–3 YearsFreshers / Recent Graduates Welcome