• Security Analyst

    Robert Half Technology (Memphis, TN)


    Description

    Key Responsibilities

    + Monitor security alerts, logs, and events across SIEM, IDS/IPS, firewalls, endpoints, and cloud platforms.

    + Conduct initial triage, investigation, and escalation of potential security incidents.

    + Perform vulnerability scans, analyze results, and assist in remediation planning.

    + Support incident response activities, including containment, eradication, and root cause analysis.

    + Maintain and update security policies, standards, and documentation.

    + Assist with threat hunting and identification of suspicious patterns or behaviors.

    + Collaborate with IT, network, and application teams to ensure secure configurations and patch compliance.

    + Research emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and trends; recommend security improvements.

    + Participate in audits, compliance initiatives, and risk assessments.

    + Support security awareness training initiatives.

    Requirements

    Required Qualifications

    + 2–5+ years of experience in cybersecurity, security operations, or related IT fields.

    + Hands-on experience with SIEM platforms (e.g., Splunk, Sentinel, QRadar).

    + Familiarity with endpoint security, firewalls, IDS/IPS, and vulnerability management tools.

    + Strong understanding of networking concepts (TCP/IP, DNS, VPN, routing, switching).

    + Knowledge of common attack vectors, malware types, and threat actor techniques.

    + Ability to analyze logs and correlate events across multiple systems.

    + Excellent problem-solving, communication, and documentation skills.

    Preferred Qualifications

    + Relevant certifications (Security+, CySA+, CEH, GSEC, SSCP, etc.).

    + Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) security monitoring.

    + Background in scripting or automation (Python, PowerShell).

    + Experience working in a SOC environment.

    + Understanding of compliance frameworks (NIST, ISO 27001, HIPAA, PCI-DSS).

     

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