IT Security Analyst I
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Job description
The IT Security Analyst is a hands-on technical role responsible for actively protecting the organization's systems, data, and users. This position goes beyond policy and governance and is deeply involved in day-to-day security operations, monitoring, investigation, implementation of controls, and direct response to security risks and incidents.
What You'll Do
- Actively monitor SIEM, endpoint, and identity systems to detect suspicious activity and potential threats.
- Analyze logs, alerts, and telemetry to identify anomalies and indicators of compromise from Security tools such as EDR, SIEM, and email security alerts.
- Perform hands-on investigation of security events and incidents, supporting containment, eradication, and recovery efforts.
- Conduct root cause analysis and document findings and lessons learned
- Configure, tune, and maintain security tools, including endpoint protection, identity controls, and logging platforms.
- Work directly within cloud, endpoint, and identity environments to implement security improvements and reduce risk.
- Conduct security assessments and control testing of systems, configurations, and processes to validate effectiveness.
- Translate technical findings into clear risk insights and actionable remediation guidance.
- Collaborate closely with infrastructure, cloud, and application teams to embed security into system design and deployment.
- Contribute to security automation and tooling improvements to enhance detection and response efficiency.
- Identify opportunities to reduce manual effort and strengthen overall security posture.
- Support audits and compliance efforts (e.g., NIST, CIS, ISO 27001, SOC 2) through evidence gathering, validation, and remediation., * Factors that may be used to determine your actual salary include your job-specific skills, education, training, job location, number of years of experience related to this role, and comparison to other employees already in this role.
This position will be posted for a minimum of 3 days and will continue to be posted for an average of 60 days until a qualified applicant is selected or the position has been cancelled.
Notice to Recruiters and Staffing Agencies: to protect the interests of all parties, Ulteig Engineers, Inc., will not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from a candidate or an approved vendor that has a written and signed agreement in place with Ulteig. Please do not contact or forward resumes to our company employees or locations. Any unsolicited resumes will be considered Ulteig property. Ulteig is not responsible for any charges or fees related to unsolicited resumes.
Requirements
- Typically 2+ years of hands-on experience in IT, security operations, or a related technical role
- Practical experience working with systems, security tools, or cloud platforms in a production environment
- Experience with at least one SIEM platform (e.g., FortiSIEM, Sentinel, Splunk) and one endpoint detection and response (EDR) solution
- Familiarity with cloud security principles in Azure and/or AWS environments
- Working knowledge of identity and access management concepts and controls
- Understanding of logging, monitoring, and alerting practices in operational environments
- Exposure to or experience supporting compliance frameworks such as NIST, CIS, ISO 27001, or SOC 2
- Strong understanding of how security controls function in real-world environments-not just on paper
- Comfort investigating issues, validating configurations, and working through technical details
- Ability to translate technical findings into clear risk insights and actionable remediation steps
- Collaborative mindset with the ability to work effectively across infrastructure, cloud, and application teams
- Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or related field, or equivalent hands-on experience
- Must have authorization to work permanently in the United States.
Benefits & conditions
- Flexible Workplace
- Employee Ownership
- Competitive Pay
- Comprehensive Benefits Package
- Collaborative Environment
- Innovative Culture
Our vision is to be the most trusted partners transforming our world's critical infrastructure. Ulteig connects people and resources to develop compelling, integrated solutions across multiple Lifeline Sectors, including Power, Renewables, Transportation and Water. Ulteig is a trusted partner in engineering North America's essential infrastructure and leverages its expertise with a wide range of public and private clients.
At Ulteig, we care deeply about our team, listening to their needs and ensuring they have the tools necessary to be productive whether they choose to work remotely, hybrid or in office. Regardless of where you work, you are empowered to build a workday that best suits your strengths. We strive to ensure a balance and separation between home and work life. We support a flexible working schedule so employees are able to focus on what's important to them.