Cyber Security Specialist

AARATECH; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Access to training and certifications

Flexibility in work options

Job summary

AaraTech Inc is looking for a motivated Cybersecurity Specialist with 1–2 years of experience. In this role, you will support information security initiatives and collaborate across teams to enhance security measures.

The successful candidate will be part of a supportive environment with experienced mentors, gaining hands-on experience while working on security controls, compliance activities, and incident response.

Join AaraTech to jumpstart your cybersecurity career in a remote-friendly setting!

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of experience in Cybersecurity or related field.
• Good understanding of network and endpoint security concepts.
• Familiarity with NIST, ISO, and HIPAA frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyze security alerts and logs.
• Assist in identifying and documenting security risks.
• Collaborate with IT and compliance teams on security initiatives.

Skills

Cybersecurity knowledge

Analytical problem-solving

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity or related field

Tools

SIEM

EDR

Firewalls

Job description

Cybersecurity Specialist (1–2 Years Experience)

About the Role

AaraTech Inc is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Cybersecurity Specialist (1–2 years experience) to support the organization’s information security, risk management, and compliance initiatives. This role is ideal for early-career cybersecurity professionals looking to build hands-on experience in protecting systems, networks, and sensitive data within a regulated environment. The Cybersecurity Specialist will collaborate with IT, compliance, and business teams to monitor security controls, analyze threats, and support incident response and security operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Support monitoring, analysis, and triage of security alerts, logs, and events from security tools and platforms
• Assist in identifying, assessing, and documenting security risks, vulnerabilities, and remediation actions
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including IT Infrastructure, Application Development, Compliance, and Operations
• Support implementation and maintenance of security controls aligned with policies, standards, and regulatory requirements
• Assist with vulnerability assessments, patch management tracking, and remediation validation
• Monitor endpoint, network, and cloud security tools (SIEM, EDR, firewalls, IAM, etc.)
• Support incident response activities including investigation, documentation, and root-cause analysis
• Perform security configuration reviews and access control validations
• Assist with audits, risk assessments, and compliance activities (HIPAA, SOC 2, ISO, NIST, etc.)
• Maintain security documentation including procedures, incident reports, risk registers, and control evidence
• Support security awareness initiatives and promote best practices across the organization
• Assist with ad-hoc security analysis, reporting, and continuous improvement initiatives

Required Qualifications

• 1–2 years of experience in Cybersecurity, Information Security, IT Security, or a related role
• Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Systems, Computer Science, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
• Working knowledge of cybersecurity concepts including network security, endpoint security, and access controls
• Familiarity with security tools such as SIEM, EDR, antivirus, vulnerability scanners, or firewalls
• Basic understanding of security frameworks and standards (NIST, ISO 27001, CIS, HIPAA, etc.)
• Experience reviewing logs, alerts, or vulnerability reports
• Strong attention to detail and analytical problem-solving skills
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with technical and non-technical teams
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively

Why Join AaraTech Inc?

• Excellent opportunity to start and grow your Cybersecurity Specialist career
• Supportive and collaborative environment with experienced security and IT mentors
• Competitive compensation and benefits
• Remote-friendly with flexible work options
• Access to training, certifications, and professional development