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# Cybersecurity Analyst

- **Company:** Meriplex Solutions
- **Location:** United States
- **Experience:** Starter
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Macintosh Computers, Bash Shell, Cyber Security, Linux, Python (Programming Language), Network Architecture, Windows PowerShell, Kusto Query Language, Scripting, Web Filtering
- **Published:** October 15, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/89eaca2e-6fa4-4013-bf7d-d81deb39e2d8

## About the Role

+ Strong interpersonal skills and team-oriented attitude.
 + Coachable and able to turn feedback into results.
 + Strong desire to be in the security industry.
 + Ability to apply cybersecurity and privacy principles to organizational requirements.
 + Ability to apply techniques for detecting intrusions.
 + Ability to interpret information collected by security tools.
 + Superior analytical and critical thinking skills.
 + Understanding of how information travels.
 + Superior organization, facilitation, and leadership skills.
 + Flexibility to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
 + Customer service skills.
 + Familiar with proxy and web content filtering tools.

Education/ Experience:

 * Basic programming skills are a plus.
 * 1-3 years of security industry experience or equivalent skill level.
 * Bachelor's degree in a relevant field is a plus but not required.
 * Familiar with scripting languages such as bash, powershell, python, KQL preferred but not required.
 * Well-rounded technical knowledge in Windows, Mac, Linux OS.
 * Experience system administration and/or network infrastructure is a plus.

Certifications:

 * Security+, Network+, CySA+, ISC2 SSCP

Physical Demands:

Sedentary Work - Exerts up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, a negligible amount of force frequently, and/or constantly having to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time.

## Description

* Monitor security events and alerts using advanced managed detection and response tools, analyzing potential threats, and initiating incident response procedures.
 * Triage and review security ticket details to ensure issues are handled efficiently.
 * Notify customer of relevant incoming tickets and any issues that will prevent workflow.
 * Handle customer requests including security configurations, reporting requests, investigations, and all error/issue identification.
 * Promptly forward complex and/or major incidents to Tier 2 analysts, providing clear documentation and context to minimize response times.
 * Maintain accurate records of triage activities, generate shift reports, and contribute to incident summaries, ensuring traceability for compliance audits.
 * Provide support for managed detection and response (MDR) and other agent-based solutions.
 * Provide troubleshooting of security applications and appliances.
 * Participate in team briefings to ensure seamless knowledge transfer.
 * Perform other duties as assigned including work in other areas to cover absences or relief to equalize peak work periods or otherwise balance the workload.