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# IT Security Analyst

- **Company:** Cambridge Investment Research, Inc.
- **Location:** Phoenix, AZ, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Azure, Cloud Computing, Cloud Computing Security, CompTIA Security+, Cyber Security, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Key Management, Azure Active Directory, Kusto Query Language, Security Information and Event Management, Software Vulnerability Management, Azure Security Center, Microsoft Sentinel
- **Published:** October 13, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=03f23036fdb94082

## About the Role

* Additional certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or CompTIA Security+ are a plus
 * Microsoft Certified: Azure Security Engineer Associate (or similar Azure-focused certifications)
 * 3+ years of hands-on experience in cloud security, security operations, or a related cybersecurity role.
 * Practical experience with Microsoft Sentinel, Microsoft Defender for Cloud, Microsoft Entra ID, and Azure Key Vault. Working knowledge of Kusto Query Language (KQL), SIEM workflows, incident response, and vulnerability management.
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## Description

* Azure Security Operations
Configure, operate, and manage Azure security services such as Azure Security Center, Azure Sentinel, and Azure Key Vault to protect cloud assets and data.

 * Collaboration & Project Support
Partner with IT and Information Security teams on Azure-specific initiatives to ensure secure and scalable cloud deployments.

 * Vulnerability Management
Identify and remediate vulnerabilities within Azure environments, ensuring timely and effective risk mitigation.

 * Threat Monitoring & Incident Detection
Monitor Azure threat management systems to detect and assess potential security incidents or breaches.

 * Incident Investigation & Response
Investigate, analyze, and escalate security incidents related to Azure environments, coordinating with cross-functional teams for swift resolution.