Cybersecurity Analyst

Wrench Group is looking for a Cybersecurity Analyst to join our Cybersecurity, Privacy & Governance team. This is a great opportunity for someone with foundational cybersecurity or IT operations experience who is ready to move beyond the basics, gain hands-on experience with enterprise security tools, and continue developing into a well-rounded cybersecurity professional. You’ll be part of our Cyber Fusion Center, helping monitor and investigate security activity, respond to threats, strengthen our security controls, and protect a growing organization. This isn’t a role where you’ll simply watch alerts all day. You’ll have opportunities to investigate, problem-solve, work with modern security technologies, and build deeper expertise in incident response, detection engineering, identity security, and security tooling. Please note: We are interested in every qualified candidate who is eligible to work in the United States. However, we are not able to sponsor visas needed now or in the future., * Review, triage, and investigate security alerts from SIEM and detection platforms.

• Respond to routine and moderate-complexity security events and know when to escalate more advanced incidents.
• Provide Tier 1/Tier 2 SOC support and partner with senior analysts and IT Operations on complex investigations.
• Investigate suspicious or quarantined email activity and take appropriate action.
• Document findings, actions, and remediation steps., * Help administer and tune tools such as Microsoft Defender, Rapid7, and SIEM platforms.
• Support the development and improvement of detection rules, alerts, and playbooks.
• Monitor security telemetry and data flowing into SIEM platforms.
• Help improve detection processes, reduce false positives, and strengthen response times.

Protect Identity & Data

• Support identity and access management, including access reviews and account administration.
• Work with technologies including Microsoft Entra ID, Microsoft 365, and Intune.
• Assist with identity security controls and data preservation activities.

Collaborate & Keep Learning

• Work across Cybersecurity, IT, managed security services, and business teams.
• Help turn security findings into clear, actionable information.
• Stay current on emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and cybersecurity best practices.
• Continue building your expertise across incident response, detection engineering, and security operations.

Do I Have What it Takes? We’re looking for someone who is curious, analytical, detail-oriented, and eager to grow. You’ll ideally have:

• 1-3 years of experience in cybersecurity, SOC operations, IT support, or another related technical role.
• A bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Working knowledge of cybersecurity fundamentals, including phishing, endpoint protection, networking, and identity security.
• Hands-on exposure to security tools such as SIEM, endpoint protection, vulnerability management, or email security.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• The ability to investigate issues independently while recognizing when escalation is needed.
• Strong communication, documentation, and organizational skills.
• A collaborative approach and willingness to learn.

Even Better If You Have

• Security+, Network+, SC-900, AZ-900, or similar certifications.
• Experience with Microsoft Defender, Rapid7, Microsoft Entra ID, or Microsoft Intune.
• Exposure to incident response or cybersecurity frameworks.
• Familiarity with KQL, LEQL, SPL, or other security log-query languages.
• Basic PowerShell, Python, or automation experience.
• Experience investigating Microsoft security alerts, Entra sign-in logs, audit logs, or identity-related security incidents.

• Unlimited PTO Plan
• Health, Vision and Dental plans for you and your family to choose from
• 401K Retirement Plan: company will match 30% up to the first 6% of your contributed amount
• Life Insurance, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Special Program Options: FSA, EAP, Legal Services, and Identity Theft
• Working in a dynamic, collaborative, and fun environment
• Coached and supported career growth through Wrench University