Entry-Level IT Security Analyst - Hybrid

Whitley Penn; Dallas (TX); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Firm Paid Medical Insurance (employee)

Dental and Vision Insurance

17 Firm holidays

20 days PTO

Maternity/Parental Leave

401(k) with Profit Sharing

Discretionary Bonus Program

Health & Wellness Program

Pet Insurance

Job summary

Whitley Penn, a leading audit, tax, and advisory firm, seeks an IT Security Analyst for our Information Technology team. This entry-level role provides firm-wide support for information security, monitoring events, and assisting with incidents under supervision.

The position is full-time and hybrid, located in Fort Worth or Dallas, with standard hours 8am-5pm, overtime as needed. Join a culture that values knowledge sharing and growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in IT or related field; or 3+ years in information security without degree.
• 1+ years of information security experience.
• 2+ years in using 365, Azure, and Defender.
• Working knowledge of network, data and security technologies.
• Experience with Fortinet, Cisco, Dell, ESA appliances.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with all levels.

Responsibilities

• Assist in monitoring and reporting of antivirus, anti-exploit, and XDR software on IT equipment, servers, and endpoints.
• Assist in investigations into events and incidents and support remediation.
• Support review and analysis of security tools, systems, and operations; research and plan improvements.
• Assist monitoring of the SIEM platform to identify and respond to security incidents.
• Execute regular data security activities and reporting as directed.
• Collaborate with third-party vendors to ensure operational security.
• Assist evaluating current security and asset protection procedures.
• Provide Helpdesk and server admin support as needed.

Skills

InfoSec experience

IT experience

Cloud security (Azure)

Education

Bachelors in IT or related field

3+ years in info security without degree

Tools

Fortinet

Cisco

Dell

ESA appliances

Job description

Whitley Penn, a leading audit, tax, and advisory firm, seeks an IT Security Analyst for our Information Technology team. This entry-level role provides firm-wide support for information security, monitoring events, and assisting with incidents under supervision.

The position is full-time and hybrid, located in Fort Worth or Dallas, with standard hours 8am-5pm, overtime as needed. Join a culture that values knowledge sharing and growth.