IT Cybersecurity Analyst

AmeriLife is seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Cybersecurity Analyst to join our cybersecurity operations team. This role focuses on monitoring threats, responding to incidents, and maintaining security controls across our hybrid enterprise environment. The ideal candidate will work closely with senior security team members and IT partners to detect and contain cyber threats, enhance defensive measures, and protect our organization’s network, endpoint, cloud, and data assets.

This position is critical to strengthening our security posture and supporting ongoing cybersecurity initiatives, including proactive threat monitoring, rapid incident response, continuous vulnerability management, and security tool optimization across our on-premises and cloud environment., * Monitor and analyze security events from various systems (endpoints, networks, cloud services, and email) using endpoint detection and response platforms and security information and event management solutions to identify and escalate potential threats.

• Investigate and respond to security incidents by following defined playbooks, including isolating compromised devices, removing malicious content, and resetting user credentials to contain threats and minimize impact.
• Coordinate incident response efforts with internal IT teams and external security partners to ensure thorough remediation and timely recovery from security events.
• Perform and review regular vulnerability scans and assist with prioritizing and tracking remediation of critical findings in collaboration with system owners and infrastructure teams.
• Administer and maintain security monitoring tools and controls such as endpoint protection, log monitoring, intrusion detection, and web/email filtering, and fine-tune alert configurations to improve detection accuracy and reduce false positives.
• Monitor user account activity and identity logs for suspicious access events or privilege misuse, taking actions such as account lockouts and password resets to prevent unauthorized access.
• Participate in security projects and initiatives, including deploying new security tools, refining incident response processes, and implementing operational improvements.
• Assist with security metrics and reporting to support key performance indicators and continuous improvement of security operations.

• 3+ years of experience in cybersecurity operations, such as a security analyst or incident response role, preferably in a hybrid enterprise environment.
• Hands-on experience with security monitoring and incident response tools, including endpoint protection, log analysis, or SIEM platforms.
• Familiarity with core security operations concepts such as threat detection, incident handling, and vulnerability management.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills with a security-first mindset.
• Excellent communication and documentation skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Basic scripting or automation skills (such as PowerShell or Python) are a plus.
• Familiarity with cloud security or identity and access management processes (such as MFA or SSO) is a plus.

Preferred Certifications

• ISC2: Systems Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP)
• CompTIA: Cybersecurity Analyst+ (CySA+)
• CompTIA: Advanced Security Practitioner (CASP+)
• GIAC: Incident Handler (GCIH) or Security Essentials (GSEC)

Pulled from the full job description

• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance, A comprehensive benefits package that includes PTO, medical, dental, vision, retirement savings, disability insurance, and life insurance.

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For over 50 years, AmeriLife has been a leader in the development, marketing and distribution of annuity, life and health insurance solutions for those planning for and living in retirement.

Associates get satisfaction from knowing they provide agents, marketers and carrier partners the support needed to succeed in a rapidly evolving industry.