Information Security Analyst

Placements24; Roanoke (VA); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Fully remote work arrangement

Training and development opportunities

Collaborative team environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a proactive Information Security Analyst for a fully remote role. You will monitor security systems, respond to threats, and help implement security measures to protect digital assets.

You will analyze potential risks, perform initial incident assessments, and support the development of mitigation plans. This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a collaborative, remote team and advance in information security.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field.
• 1–3 years of experience in information security or IT support.
• Basic understanding of cybersecurity principles, networks, and operating systems.
• Familiarity with security monitoring tools and concepts.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with good attention to detail.
• Willingness to learn and grow in the cybersecurity field.

Responsibilities

• Monitor security alerts from SIEM and other security tools for potential threats.
• Perform initial analysis of security incidents and assist in incident response activities.
• Help implement and maintain security controls and technologies.
• Conduct security risk assessments and assist in the development of mitigation plans.
• Support security awareness training initiatives for employees.
• Contribute to the documentation of security procedures and policies.

Skills

Security monitoring

Incident response

Threat analysis

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Tools

SIEM

Security tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a proactive Information Security Analyst to join their team. This fully remote role involves monitoring security systems, responding to threats, and assisting in the implementation of security measures to protect the organization's digital assets. You will play a key role in maintaining a secure environment by identifying and analyzing potential security risks and incidents. This position offers a great opportunity for an aspiring cybersecurity professional to gain valuable experience in a dynamic and supportive remote work setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor security alerts from SIEM and other security tools for potential threats.
• Perform initial analysis of security incidents and assist in incident response activities.
• Help implement and maintain security controls and technologies.
• Conduct security risk assessments and assist in the development of mitigation plans.
• Support security awareness training initiatives for employees.
• Contribute to the documentation of security procedures and policies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field.
• 1-3 years of experience in an information security or IT support role.
• Basic understanding of cybersecurity principles, networks, and operating systems.
• Familiarity with security monitoring tools and concepts.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with good attention to detail.
• Willingness to learn and grow in the cybersecurity field.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.
• Fully remote work arrangement offering excellent work-life balance.
• Opportunities for training and professional development in information security.
• A collaborative and supportive team environment.
• Chance to contribute to a secure digital future for the organization.