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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Cyber Security Analyst I - **Company:** Smiths Detection Inc. - **Location:** United States - **Experience:** Starter - **Salary:** $76,463.0 - $114,694.0 - **Contract:** Internship / Graduate position - **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Confluence, JIRA, Software Documentation, CompTIA Security+, Cyber Security, Information Systems, Issue Tracking Systems, Microsoft Security Essentials, Windows PowerShell, Anti-Phishing, Kusto Query Language, Microsoft SharePoint, Simulation Software, EndPointSecurity, Document Enterprise Platform, Information Technology, Nessus, Software Version Control, Servicenow - **Published:** October 2, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.thejobnetwork.com/job/362a7465-62f8-47c2-b143-66895c7645d7/cyber-security-analyst-i ## About the Role Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Systems, IT, or related field OR equivalent combination of certifications, internship experience, and demonstrable hands-on skills. Years of Experience: * 0-2 years of professional experience. Internships, lab work, home-lab projects, IT help-desk time, and military IT experience are all considered. Additional Qualifications: * Familiarity with the Microsoft 365 admin center and eagerness to go deeper. * Clear writing skills - ability to take a verbal explanation and produce a procedure a coworker can follow. Preferred Education and Experience: * CompTIA Security+ or A+/Network+ on the path to Security+. * Coursework, certifications, or lab work in NIST 800-171, CMMC, or the Risk Management Framework. * Any Microsoft fundamentals certification (SC-900, MS-900, AZ-900). * Exposure to ticketing systems (ServiceNow, Jira) or documentation platforms (SharePoint, Confluence). * Basic PowerShell or KQL - willingness to learn is more important than current proficiency. Technical Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: * Microsoft 365 admin center * Defender for Endpoint * Entra ID * vulnerability tracking * Documentation and evidence management * Ticketing systems. ## Description The Cyber Security Analyst I is a growth-track role for someone early in their cybersecurity career who wants to work in a real DIB environment, learn CMMC and NIST 800-171 from the inside, and gain hands-on experience with the full Microsoft security stack. The analyst works alongside a senior analyst and the Information & Cyber Security Manager, supporting day-to-day security operations, evidence collection, user lifecycle management, and program documentation. Responsibilities Essential functions - job duties to include but are not limited to; other duties as assigned. Job duties to include but are not limited to; * Security Operations Support: Triage Defender alerts, monitor phishing simulation results, review Entra ID sign-in risk events, and escalate anomalies to the senior analyst. * Vulnerability Tracking: Pull weekly vulnerability reports from Defender and Nessus, update the tracker, and follow up with remediation owners on overdue items. * Documentation and Evidence: Keep evidence folders current for NIST 800-171 and CMMC controls. Update procedures, screenshots, and checklists as systems change. * Policy Support: Assist the senior analyst in drafting and updating policies and procedures; own version control, review cycle, and distribution. * Training and Awareness: Support the monthly phishing simulation program, track completion of annual security training, and follow up with incomplete users. * Tickets and Access Requests: Own the security-ticket queue for access requests, exceptions, and general security questions from the business. * Program Development: Shadow the senior analyst and manager on incident response, audits, and policy work; work toward CMMC RP / Security+ / SC-200 within the first year. * Other Duties: Other duties as assigned. ## Related Videos - [Security Pitfalls for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/726-security-pitfalls-for-software-engineers) - [Applying Agile Principles to Incident Management ](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/101-applying-agile-principles-to-incident-management) - [GitOps for the people](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/461-gitops-for-the-people) - [Checkmate: 5 Real Incidents That Can End a Software Company](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100126-checkmate-5-real-incidents-that-can-end-a-software-company) - [AI in Production: applied AI & enterprise use cases](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100130-ai-in-production-applied-ai-enterprise-use-cases) - [Improving quality with Agentic AI with Rovo Dev and Xray](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2005-improving-quality-with-agentic-ai-with-rovo-dev-and-xray) ## Related Articles - [9 Ways to Make Money Hacking](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/333-9-ways-to-make-money-hacking) - [Events like RSAC Get You CISOs. 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