Associate Security Analyst

🕒 September 10

⛰️ Colorado – Remote

⛰️ Colorado – Remote

💵 $81k - $95k / year

⏰ Full Time

🟢 Junior

🟡 Mid-level

🔐 Security Analyst

🚫👨‍🎓 No degree required

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DirectDefense

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51 - 200 employees

Founded 2012

🔒 Cybersecurity

🏢 Enterprise

🏛️ Government

Cybersecurity • Enterprise • Government

DirectDefense is a cybersecurity services company providing managed detection and response (MDR) and managed security services (MSSP), threat mitigation, security testing, compliance support, OT/ICS security, IoT/IIoT and smart device testing, architecture reviews, incident response/forensics (Peace of Mind / E-Discovery), AI readiness, application, network and cloud security, and a ThreatAdvisor platform for visibility. They serve enterprise and public sector customers across verticals including aerospace, automotive, energy/utilities, financial services, healthcare, retail, technology and government. The company offers professional services (strategy & planning, talent acquisition), research & validation, and compliance services (PCI, CMMC, HIPAA, ISO 27001, GDPR, NERC CIP, FISMA/FedRAMP). DirectDefense emphasizes OT/ICS protection, connected systems, and rapid OT cybersecurity assessments. They market MDR+MSSP offerings, incident response, and security assessments, and have partnerships/government contracts.

📋 Description

• Analyze user behavior, logs, and alerts from NGAV/EDR, Firewall, IDS/IPS, Web Proxy, and other technologies for clients across various industries. • Monitor, triage, and investigate SIEM alarms and client support requests. • Assist with developing and tuning new SIEM detection capabilities. • Contribute to and participate in documenting Incident Response activities. • Conduct regular vulnerability scans, analyze results, and suggest remediations. • Report on security threats, metrics, and defense effectiveness to a variety of client audiences. • Help build a next-generation Security Operations Center and actively hunt for evidence of compromise across client environments.

🎯 Requirements

• 3-5 years of relevant experience in Cybersecurity, risk management, security operations, network operations, or equivalent knowledge. • Experience with SIEM and EDR tools for monitoring, detection, and response to potential security incidents. • Proven experience investigating potential threats, either through proactive threat hunting or analyzing customer-reported tickets. • Strong ability to triage events, accurately identifying real threats versus false positives. • Proficient in log analysis, interpreting system logs to detect security events and identify root causes. • Familiarity with threat intelligence, applying findings to improve detection and response efforts. • Understanding of network protocols and system vulnerabilities to assess and address security risks effectively. • Knowledge of regulatory compliance and security frameworks (e.g., ISO, NIST, PCI, GDPR) and their application. • Excellent analytical and critical thinking skills, enabling accurate evaluation of complex security data. • Effective communication skills, capable of documenting findings clearly and providing actionable recommendations. • Ability to work the stated Monday-Friday or Tuesday-Friday day-shift schedule.

🏖️ Benefits

• 401(k) • AD&D Insurance • Dental Insurance • Disability insurance • Health insurance • Life insurance • Vision insurance • Flex PTO program • Paid certification and continuing education • Up to 10% annual bonus