Information Security Analyst - Wakefield, Ma

Motion Recruitment; Wakefield (MA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Benefits

Vision Benefits

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Paid Holidays

401(k)

Profit Sharing Program

Job summary

Motion Recruitment is seeking an Information Security Analyst to protect enterprise systems, data, and infrastructure. The role focuses on supporting cybersecurity operations and maintaining a secure technology environment.

Ideal candidates have 4+ years in IT security, with AD/GP and Microsoft 365 experience, and strong communication skills to convey technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders. This on-site opportunity offers professional growth and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or equivalent experience required; Bachelor's degree preferred.
• 4+ years of experience working as an Information Security Analyst or in a related IT security role.
• 2+ years of experience supporting enterprise firewalls, routers, and switches.
• Strong understanding of network security principles and cybersecurity best practices.
• Experience administering Active Directory and Group Policy.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft 365 environments.
• Experience providing technical support to end users and business stakeholders.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical users.
• Self-motivated with strong organizational and prioritization skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Administer and support enterprise security technologies including firewalls, VPNs, wireless networks, cloud security solutions, and content filtering platforms.
• Monitor infrastructure and security controls to ensure compliance with security policies and best practices.
• Identify, investigate, and remediate vulnerabilities and security risks.
• Implement and maintain security enhancements across enterprise systems; conduct routine security assessments and infrastructure reviews.
• Support compliance initiatives and security audits.
• Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend security improvements.
• Manage Active Directory, Group Policy, and Microsoft 365 security administration.
• Review and assess the security posture of third-party applications and vendors.
• Collaborate with infrastructure teams to develop and maintain security policies and procedures.
• Provide security-focused helpdesk support to local and remote users.
• Deliver security awareness training and guidance to end users.
• Monitor server, network, storage, virtualization, and cloud environments.
• Maintain security documentation, procedures, and operational standards.
• Ensure systems remain current with security updates and patches.

Skills

Network security

Active Directory & Group Policy

Microsoft 365 administration

End-user support

Communication skills

Prioritization & multitasking

Security best practices

Firewall experience (enterprise)

Education

Associate's degree or equivalent experience

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Fortinet firewalls

DLP technologies

Zero Trust architectures

VMware

Veeam backup

Security certifications (Security+, CCNA, etc.)

NIST 800-171 / CMMC / SOC 2 familiarity

Job description

Job Description A growing professional services organization is seeking an Information Security Analyst to help safeguard enterprise systems, infrastructure, and data across the organization. This role serves as a technical security resource responsible for supporting and strengthening cybersecurity operations while maintaining a secure and reliable technology environment.

Required Skills & Experience

• Associate's degree or equivalent experience required; Bachelor's degree preferred
• 4+ years of experience working as an Information Security Analyst or in a related IT security role
• 2+ years of experience supporting enterprise firewalls, routers, and switches
• Strong understanding of network security principles and cybersecurity best practices
• Experience administering Active Directory and Group Policy
• Working knowledge of Microsoft 365 environments
• Experience providing technical support to end users and business stakeholders
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical users
• Self-motivated with strong organizational and prioritization skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

Desired Skills & Experience

• Experience with Fortinet firewalls or similar firewall platforms
• Knowledge of Data Loss Prevention (DLP) technologies
• Understanding of Zero Trust security architectures
• Experience supporting VMware environments
• Familiarity with Veeam backup solutions
• Experience maintaining compliance with security frameworks such as NIST 800-171, CMMC, or SOC 2
• ITIL Foundation certification
• Security+, Network+, CCNA, or other relevant cybersecurity certifications

What You Will Be Doing Daily Responsibilities

• Administer and support enterprise security technologies including firewalls, VPNs, wireless networks, cloud security solutions, and content filtering platforms
• Monitor infrastructure and security controls to ensure compliance with security policies and best practices
• Identify, investigate, and remediate vulnerabilities and security risks
• Implement and maintain security enhancements across enterprise systemsConduct routine security assessments and infrastructure reviews
• Support compliance initiatives and security audits
• Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend security improvements
• Manage Active Directory, Group Policy, and Microsoft 365 security administration
• Review and assess the security posture of third-party applications and vendors
• Collaborate with infrastructure teams to develop and maintain security policies and procedures
• Provide security-focused helpdesk support to local and remote users
• Deliver security awareness training and guidance to end users
• Monitor server, network, storage, virtualization, and cloud environments
• Maintain security documentation, procedures, and operational standards
• Ensure systems remain current with security updates and patches

The Offer

• Market-competitive compensation
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Professional development opportunities
• Tuition reimbursement and continuing education assistance
• Career advancement opportunities within a growing organization
• Collaborative and team-oriented work environment

You will receive the following benefits

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Benefits
• Vision Benefits
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays
• 401(k)
• Profit Sharing Program

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the US on a full-time basis now and in the future

Posted By: Nick Ramler