Cybersecurity Analyst

Insight Global; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); Hybrid; USD 48,216 - 61,992; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits from day one

401k retirement plan with employer matching

Paid sick leave and time off

Job summary

A cybersecurity consulting firm is looking for a Cybersecurity Analyst who will support daily cyber operations and analysis. This hybrid position requires 4+ years in cybersecurity analysis and emphasizes problem-solving, communication, and compliance knowledge. The role involves investigating incidents and trends, working closely with IT and security teams, and contributing to compliance initiatives. The contractor position offers competitive pay with benefits starting on day one and is an excellent opportunity for career growth in cyber analysis.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of professional experience in cybersecurity analysis, not purely technical.
• Strong analytical skills to connect various dots in cases.
• Exposure to cybersecurity compliance frameworks, preferably PCI.

Responsibilities

• Act as a primary point of contact for cybersecurity incidents.
• Review and investigate reported threats to ascertain impact.
• Collaborate with teams to validate findings and set next steps.
• Document findings for technical and non-technical audiences.

Skills

cybersecurity analysis

analytical skills

problem-solving

communication skills

organizational skills

attention to detail

Job description

Location:

Hybrid - 2-3 days a week on-site in Philadelphia, PA

Duration:

6 month contract + extensions, permanent conversion possibility

Compensation:

$35/hr - $45/hr

Compensation Details

• Exact compensation may vary based on several factors, including skills, experience, and education.
• Healthcare benefit packages for this role will start on the 1st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, financial protection benefits, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options. 401k retirement account access is offered starting on the 90th day with employer matching after one year of service. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.

Required Skills & Experience

• 4 + years of professional experience in cybersecurity analysis (not a purely technical engineering role)
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with the ability to ask the right questions and connect the dots
• Exposure to cybersecurity compliance frameworks (PCI preferred)
• Comfortable investigating issues, coordinating with multiple teams, and following issues through to resolution
• Clear written and verbal communication skills
• Organized, detail‑oriented, and comfortable working in somewhat ambiguous situations

General understanding of cybersecurity concepts (phishing, threats, vulnerabilities, compliance

Job Description

We’re looking for a Cybersecurity Analyst to support day‑to‑day cyber operations, monitoring, and analysis across the organization. This role sits squarely on the cybersecurity side (less traditional risk management) and is ideal for someone who wants to grow long‑term in cyber analysis, threat investigation, and compliance rather than deep engineering. You’ll act as a key intake and investigation point for security events and work closely with internal teams to understand what happened, why it happened, and how to prevent it going forward.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as a primary point of contact for reported cybersecurity incidents, including phishing emails and suspicious activity
• Review, analyze, and investigate reported threats to understand how and why they occurred, and what systems or data may be impacted
• Partner with IT, security, and other internal teams to gather information, validate findings, and determine next steps
• Support phishing simulation efforts and help analyze results and trends (hands‑on experience running simulations not required)
• Assist with cybersecurity compliance initiatives, including PCI and other regulatory or audit‑related activities
• Document findings, trends, and outcomes clearly for both technical and non‑technical audiences
• Help identify patterns in cyber threats and recommend process or control improvements
• Support ongoing cyber awareness and incident response processes