Associate Information Security Analyst

UBC; United States; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salaries

401K with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible work environment

Paid Holidays

Medical, Dental, and vision coverage

HSA/FSA

Job summary

UBC in the United States is seeking an Associate Information Security Analyst to support the security program, monitor alerts, review incidents, and help maintain secure configurations across cloud and on‑premises environments.

The role requires 1–2 years in IT with exposure to security tools, Azure administration, and foundational security concepts; certifications are a plus. UBC offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years IT experience with security exposure.
• Entry-level security, cloud, or identity certs welcome.
• Foundational knowledge of Azure administration and security.
• Understand authentication, authorization, IAM, vulnerability management, and incident response.
• Awareness of HIPAA, GDPR, ISO 27001, and related requirements.
• Familiarity with Windows, macOS, Linux is a plus.
• Exposure to security monitoring and cloud security tools (e.g., Microsoft Sentinel, Defender) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Monitor security alerts and assist with incident investigation and resolution.
• Review phishing attempts, suspicious emails, and security events to determine next steps.
• Maintain security configurations and access controls across cloud and on‑prem environments.
• Support vulnerability management, scans, remediation tracking, and documentation.
• Assist with audits by collecting evidence and documenting security processes.
• Participate in incident response activities and on‑call rotations.

Skills

IT Experience

Security Certifications

Azure Admin

Security Concepts

Compliance Knowledge

Networking Basics

OS Familiarity

Security Tools

Tools

Microsoft Sentinel

Defender for Cloud

Defender for Endpoint

Azure AD / Entra ID

Job description

As a pharmaceutical support industry leader, UBC is devoted to empowering health solutions for a better tomorrow. We take pride in improving patient outcomes and advancing healthcare. At UBC, we provide services to enhance the entire drug development process and commercialization lifecycle - from clinical trial support to real-world evidence generation.

Embark on a rewarding career journey with UBC! Grow your career while making a meaningful impact on the world around you. UBC fosters a culture built on our Core Values of Respect, Accountability, Innovation, Quality, Integrity, and Collaboration. We believe in an inclusive workplace that foster creativity.

If you are seeking a career that will challenge, inspire and reward you, join us at UBC!

Job Title: IIE04G - Associate Information Security Analyst

Brief Description

The Associate Information Security Analyst supports the organization’s security program by assisting with the implementation, monitoring, and maintenance of controls designed to protect IT systems, data, and infrastructure. This role contributes to day-to-day security operations, including security monitoring, issue triage, documentation, and support for routine operational tasks. The position also provides support for cloud security activities, with a focus on Microsoft Azure environments, by helping maintain secure configurations, review security alerts, and assist with remediation efforts as directed.

Specific Job Duties

• Monitor security alerts and support the investigation, escalation, and resolution of potential security incidents.
• Review phishing attempts, suspicious emails, and other reported security events to help determine appropriate next steps.
• Support the management and maintenance of security configurations, policies and access controls across cloud and on-premises environments.
• Contribute to the vulnerability management process by supporting scans, reviewing results, tracking remediation activities, and maintaining related documentation.
• Help implement and maintain security policies, standards, and procedures in alignment with organizational requirements.
• Collaborate with IT teams to support the secure deployment, configuration, and operation of systems and applications.
• Assist with quarterly and annual security audits by collecting evidence, documenting security processes, and maintaining records of security activities and incidents.
• Participate in incident response activities under the direction of senior security or IT personnel.
• Participate in an on‑call rotation as needed, including nights and weekends.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Desired Skills and Qualifications

• 1–2 years of experience in IT, with exposure to information security tools, processes, and best practices.
• Relevant certifications a plus such as CompTIA Security+, Microsoft SC‑900, Microsoft AZ‑900, or other entry‑level security, cloud, compliance, or identity certifications.
• Must have foundational knowledge of Microsoft Azure administration and security capabilities, including Microsoft Entra ID, Conditional Access, and Microsoft Defender for Cloud.
• Must understand core security concepts, including authentication, authorization, identity and access management, vulnerability management, and incident response.
• Must have an ability to review and analyze security related data, follow established procedures, and support the identification, escalation, and resolution of security issues.
• Must have awareness of compliance and regulatory frameworks, such as HIPAA, GDPR, ISO 27001, and other applicable security or privacy requirements.
• Familiarity with networking fundamentals and common operating systems, including Windows, macOS, and Linux is a plus.
• Exposure to security monitoring and cloud security tools such as Microsoft Sentinel, Microsoft Defender for Endpoint, and Microsoft Defender for Cloud is a plus.

Benefits

At UBC, employee growth and well‑being are always at the forefront. We offer an extensive range of benefits to ensure that you have everything you need to thrive personally and professionally. Here are some of the exciting perks UBC offers:

• Competitive salaries
• Growth opportunities for promotion
• 401K with company match*
• Tuition reimbursement
• Flexible work environment
• Discretionary PTO (Paid Time Off)
• Paid Holidays
• Employee assistance programs
• Medical, Dental, and vision coverage
• HSA/FSA
• Telemedicine (Virtual doctor appointments)
• Wellness program
• Adoption assistance
• Short term disability
• Long term disability
• Life insurance
• Discount programs

UBC is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state, or local protected class. We are committed to a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture that fosters respect for each other, our clients, and our patients.