Jr. Cybersecurity Analyst
Jr. Cybersecurity Analyst
Location: Remote
Duration: 6+ months CTH
Position Overview:
Looking for a Jr. Cybersecurity Analyst to join a Security Operations Center (SOC) supporting vulnerability management, alert triage, and email security operations. This is a remote, contract position requiring availability during Pacific Standard Time (PST) business hours, with an initial engagement of 6+ months. The interview process consists of a first-round virtual interview and, if applicable, a second-round take-home technical assessment.
Responsibilities:
- Support the Tenable vulnerability management platform as part of daily vulnerability management operations.
- Act as the first line of defense in the Security Operations Center (SOC), triaging, investigating, and escalating alerts across the environment.
- Support cross-functional teams that own and manage various assets.
- Provide assistance and guidance to end users as needed.
- Assist with Proofpoint email security alerts, including investigation of potentially malicious or infected emails.
- Monitor dark web intelligence alerts and escalate when appropriate.
- Perform general SOC responsibilities such as threat monitoring, event triage, incident tracking, and basic security ticketing.
Qualifications:
Required:
- Entry-level candidate with 2+ years of experience in vulnerability management, SOC operations, or related security tasks.
- Experience supporting vulnerability management tools (Tenable strongly preferred).
- Familiarity with Proofpoint or similar email security tools.
- Understanding of core security concepts, including alert handling, basic incident response, and ticketing workflows.
- Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to collaborate effectively with both technical and non-technical users.
- Ability to work Pacific Standard Time (PST) hours.
Preferred:
- Security certifications (e.g., Security+, CySA+, CEH).
- Experience in healthcare environments.
- Knowledge of HIPAA, PHI, PII, and related compliance considerations.
Metasys Technologies/NVISH is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, veteran or disability status.
Remote
Skills:
Analysis Skills, Asset Management, Communication Skills, CompTIA Security+, Computer Security, Cross-Functional, Email Security, HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act), Healthcare, Incident Response, Internet Security, Operations, Problem Solving Skills, Rural Contracts, Security Monitoring, Team Player, Web Site Monitoring
Metasys Technologies
With over 15 years of experience, Metasys Technologies (MTI) provides consultants with rewarding career opportunities in a multitude of organizations.
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Company Size:
100 to 499 employees
Industry:
Computer/IT Services
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