Cybersecurity Auditor

Access Search, Inc.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 115,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading firm in investment management located in downtown Chicago is seeking a Cybersecurity Auditor to join its IT team. You'll safeguard systems through proactive auditing and threat detection. Ideal candidates have over 4 years of experience in cybersecurity and strong technical skills with tools like Microsoft Azure and SentinelOne. This full-time position offers a competitive salary ranging from $115,000 to $150,000.

Qualifications

• 4+ years in cybersecurity or IT auditing.
• Hands-on threat detection and incident response experience.
• Detail-oriented and calm under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Audit and scan cloud and endpoint environments.
• Monitor digital traffic for anomalies.
• Respond to security incidents and breaches.
• Ensure compliance with NIST, ISO 27001, and SOC 2 standards.
• Generate reports and maintain documentation.

Skills

Threat detection

Incident response

Microsoft Azure

Vulnerability scanning

SIEM systems

Education

Bachelor’s in Cybersecurity or IT

Security+

CISSP

CISA

Tools

Microsoft Intune

SentinelOne

Microsoft Sentinel

Job description

Our client, a leading firm in the investment and private equity sector, is seeking a Cybersecurity Auditor to join its IT team in Chicago. You’ll play a critical role in safeguarding systems through proactive auditing, monitoring, and threat detection. Ideal candidates have 4+ years of experience in cybersecurity or IT auditing, strong technical skills, and a proactive mindset.

About the Job

As a Cybersecurity Auditor, you’ll work with cutting‑edge tools like Microsoft Azure, Intune, SentinelOne, and Microsoft Sentinel.

• Audit and scan cloud and endpoint environments
• Monitor digital traffic for anomalies and data leaks
• Respond to security incidents and breaches
• Ensure compliance with standards like NIST, ISO 27001, and SOC 2
• Generate reports and maintain documentation
• Optimize cybersecurity tools and stay ahead of emerging threats
• Collaborate across departments and lead cybersecurity training

What We’re Looking For

• Experience: 4+ years in cybersecurity or IT auditing, with hands‑on threat detection and incident response
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Azure, Intune, SentinelOne, Microsoft Sentinel, SIEM systems, and vulnerability scanning
• Soft Skills: Detail‑oriented, analytical, strong communicator, and calm under pressure
• Education: Bachelor’s in Cybersecurity, IT, or related field (or equivalent experience); certifications like Security+, CISSP, or CISA are a plus

Compensation

115,000k - 150000k

Location

On‑site 5 days – downtown Chicago

Seniority level

Associate

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Information Technology

Industries

Investment Management