Cybersecurity Analyst

KPI Solutions is looking for a Cybersecurity Analyst to join their Cincinnati team onsite. In this role, you will take an active role in monitoring, investigating, and responding to security threats while helping strengthen overall security operations.

Why Join KPI Solutions?

• 6-month contract-to-hire with opportunity to convert to full-time
• Hands-on, high-impact role with real ownership
• Exposure across IT, compliance, and security programs
• Opportunity to help improve and mature security processes.

About the Role

As a Cybersecurity Analyst, you will help protect systems by actively monitoring, investigating, and responding to security events while contributing to long-term improvements in security operations.

In this role, you will:

• Monitor and respond to security alerts across systems and endpoints.
• Investigate incidents including phishing, account compromise, and suspicious activity.
• Support threat analysis, containment, and resolution efforts.
• Work with tools such as SIEM, endpoint security, and email security platforms.
• Contribute to audit readiness efforts, including SOC 2 support and documentation.
• Manage and review access controls and user activity.
• Support endpoint security, patching, and device compliance tracking.
• Help maintain email, network, and identity security protection.
• Identify gaps in security coverage and recommend improvements.
• Support security awareness efforts and ongoing risk reduction.
• Maintain clear documentation, reporting, and incident tracking.

Do you have experience in Threat hunting activities?, We are looking for someone who is detail-oriented, proactive, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.

To be successful in this role, you should have:

• Experience in cybersecurity, IT security, or a related field
• Hands-on experience with security tools (SIEM, endpoint protection, or similar)
• Strong incident investigation and problem-solving skills
• Ability to respond to and manage security issues independently.
• Understanding of security controls, access management, and risk mitigation
• Familiarity with audit or compliance environments (SOC 2 or similar is a plus)
• Strong communication skills and ability to work across teams.

KPI Solutions provides end-to-end supply chain and automation solutions that help companies improve efficiency, increase capacity, and streamline operations. The team designs, implements, and supports scalable systems that optimize order fulfillment and reduce reliance on manual processes.