ETF Security Analyst I - State ID: 167130 |100% Remote | Current WI Residents Only | Due 10/21

First Roles

Fitchburg (WI)

Remote

USD 52,000 - 78,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Job summary

First Roles in Wisconsin is seeking an entry-level Security Analyst I to join our cybersecurity team. This 6+ month remote role within Wisconsin focuses on threat detection, incident response, and SOC operations.

You will monitor dashboards, triage alerts, and document investigations while building a solid foundation in security practices. The role emphasizes collaboration with IT, system admins, and cross-functional teams, requires basic networking, Windows/Linux, and strong communication.

Qualifications

Entry-level role in cybersecurity with foundation in threat detection and incident response.
Review SOC dashboards and triage alerts.
Document incidents and remediation steps in tickets.
Support vulnerability reviews and asset weakness tracking.
Must be a Wisconsin resident, 100% remote within Wisconsin or in-office.
One round interview via Microsoft Teams.

Responsibilities

Monitor SOC tools and ensure log visibility.
Triage alerts and escalate as needed.
Review vulnerability scans and track weaknesses.
Document security events and remediation steps in tickets.
Escalate complex threats with briefing notes.
Collaborate with IT and system teams during investigations.

Skills

Alert triage

SOC monitoring

Attention to detail

Technical communication

Incident documentation

Vulnerability review

IT experience

Networking fundamentals

Operating systems

Security fundamentals

Cross functional collaboration

Security certification

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity/IT/CS

Equivalent practical experience or certifications

Tools

SIEM

DLP tools

Web Application Firewall

Job description

ROLE TITLE: Security Analyst I

Work Arrangement: 100% remote within Wisconsin or in the office. Candidates must be CURRENT Wisconsin residents. No relocation allowed.

Duration: 6+ months

DESCRIPTION

This entry-level role will serve as the first line of defense in monitoring our network, systems, and security tools. They will be responsible for reviewing Security Operation Center (SOC) dashboards, triaging incoming alerts, analyzing logs, reviewing vulnerabilities, and documenting incidents. This role is for cybersecurity professional looking to build a strong foundation in threat detection, incident response, and SOC operations.

Key Responsibilities

SOC Tool Monitoring & Health: Regularly review and monitor Security Operation Center tools (such as SIEM, DLP tools, Web Application firewalls) to ensure operational health, proper log ingestion, and continuous visibility.
Log & Alert Triaging: Monitor real-time security dashboards and system logs, perform initial triage on alerts, and escalating to senior BISM staff as needed to distinguish between false positives and legitimate security events.
Vulnerability Review: Review routine vulnerability scan results and assist in tracking known weaknesses across assets.
Ticketing & Documentation: Accurately document all security events, investigations, and remediation steps within the ticketing system. Ensure tickets are resolved and closed out in accordance with standard operating procedures.
Escalation: Escalate complex, high-priority, or unverified threats to more senior SOC staff or incident response leads with clear and concise briefing notes.
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborate with IT, system administration, and other cross-functional teams during investigations and incident resolution as needed.

Foundational Qualifications

Foundational Knowledge: Basic understanding of networking protocols (TCP/IP, DNS, HTTP/S), operating systems (Windows and Linux), and common security concepts.
Analytical Mindset: Strong attention to detail with a natural curiosity for investigating anomalies and logs.
Communication: Good written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to document technical findings clearly and work effectively in a team environment.

KEY SKILLS

IT Professional - 1+ years
Strong attention to detail
Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)

NICE TO HAVE SKILLS

CISSP or equivalent
Education (Preferred but not required): Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience/certifications).

INTERVIEW PROCESS

One round via Microsoft Teams.

EQUIPMENT

Equipment provision and requirements are not specified in either source.

ADDITIONAL DETAILS

Schedule: 40 hours per week; day shift, 8:00 a.m. 5:00 p.m.; no weekends. Staff augmentation; RAW billing type: Daily. One position; bid limit: two candidates per vendor.

Education conflict - verification required: RAW minimum education field says Bachelor's Degree. The client PD and the RAW narrative explicitly state education is preferred but not required and describe an associate's or bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, IT, Computer Science or a related field, or equivalent practical experience/certifications. Confirm the controlling requirement before rejecting or submitting a candidate on education grounds.

Candidate Evaluation - Prioritized Skill Baseline

• Rank 1 Skill: Alert Triage

• Skill Category: Critical / Primary

• Weight: 3

• Source: Both - responsibility

• Selection Rationale: Initial security-alert review, false-positive discrimination and appropriate escalation.

• Rank 2 Skill: SOC Monitoring

• Skill Category: Critical / Primary

• Weight: 3

• Source: Both - responsibility

• Selection Rationale: Maintains security-tool health, ingestion and visibility across the SOC.

• Rank 3 Skill: Attention to Detail

• Skill Category: Critical / Primary

• Weight: 3

• Source: RAW - required; PD - qualification

• Selection Rationale: Explicit screening priority applied to anomalies and investigations.

• Rank 4 Skill: Technical Communication

• Skill Category: Critical / Primary

• Weight: 3

• Source: RAW - required; PD - qualification

• Selection Rationale: Explicit screening priority for clear findings and escalation briefings.

• Rank 5 Skill: Incident Documentation

• Skill Category: Critical / Primary

• Weight: 3

• Source: Both - responsibility

• Selection Rationale: Creates accurate investigation and remediation records through ticket closure.

• Rank 6 Skill: Vulnerability Review