Cyber Security Analyst (Part-Time)

Adecco; New York (NY); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

Adecco Creative in NYC is partnering with a global brand to recruit for a PART-TIME Contract Cybersecurity Analyst role. This position is 20 hours per week, roughly 9am–1pm EST, and is an ongoing contract.

You will monitor security alerts from cloud and endpoint protection, assist in configuring cloud security tools, perform basic threat analysis and triage incidents, and create Power BI dashboards to visualize security metrics, while collaborating with IT to uphold security policies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in cybersecurity or a related field.
• Basic understanding of cloud platforms and endpoint security principles.
• Familiarity with SIEM tools and EDR solutions.
• Experience with data visualization and Power BI reporting.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and respond to security alerts from cloud and endpoint protection platforms.
• Assist in configuration and maintenance of cloud security tools.
• Perform basic threat analysis and triage of security incidents.
• Support vulnerability management by tracking endpoint and cloud vulnerabilities.
• Create and maintain Power BI dashboards to visualize security metrics and trends.
• Collaborate with IT and cross-functional teams to ensure policy compliance.
• Document incident response activities and participate in post-incident reviews.
• Stay current with emerging threats and security technologies.

Skills

Cloud security basics

SIEM & EDR familiarity

Power BI data visualization

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Independent & team work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity / IT / CS

Tools

Power BI

Wiz

Microsoft Defender

CrowdStrike

Job description

Adecco Creative is partnering with a global brand in NYC to recruit for a PART-TIME Contract Cybersecurity Analyst role. This position will be 20 hours per week, roughly 9am - 1pm EST daily and is ongoing contract.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and respond to security alerts from cloud and endpoint protection platforms (e.g., Wiz, Microsoft Defender, CrowdStrike).
• Assist in the configuration and maintenance of cloud security tools.
• Perform basic threat analysis and triage of security incidents.
• Support vulnerability management efforts by tracking and reporting on endpoint and cloud vulnerabilities.
• Create and maintain dashboards and reports using Power BI to visualize security metrics, trends, and KPIs.
• Collaborate with IT and cross functional teams to ensure compliance with security policies.
• Document incident response activities and contribute to post-incident reviews.
• Stay current with emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and security technologies.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Basic understanding of cloud platforms and endpoint security principles.
• Familiarity with SIEM tools and EDR solutions.
• Experience or coursework in data visualization and reporting using Power BI.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Preferred Qualifications

• Internship or project experience in cybersecurity or IT operations.
• Basic scripting knowledge (e.g., PowerShell, Python, KQL).
• Certifications such as CompTIA Security+, AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner, AWS Solutions architect Associate, or equivalent are a plus.