Information Technology Security Analyst

Hanalytica GmbH; United States; Remote; USD 105,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Security Analyst, where you'll be the frontline defender against cyber threats. In this remote role, you'll leverage your expertise in Microsoft Defender to investigate and resolve security incidents, ensuring a secure digital environment. With a focus on continuous improvement, you'll develop actionable security playbooks and stay ahead of emerging threats. This is your chance to make a significant impact in a tech-driven organization that values your contributions and offers tangible career growth opportunities. Ready to step up and make a difference in cybersecurity?

Benefits

Career growth opportunities

Mission-driven role

Flexible working hours

Qualifications

• 5+ years in cybersecurity with hands-on experience in Microsoft Defender.
• Proven ability to investigate and resolve security incidents.

Responsibilities

• Investigate and resolve security alerts from Microsoft Defender.
• Lead incident response efforts focusing on Active Directory.

Skills

Cybersecurity

Incident Response

Vulnerability Assessment

Communication Skills

Education

Relevant Certifications (e.g., SC-200, CISSP)

Tools

Microsoft Defender for Endpoint

Microsoft Defender for Identity

Microsoft Sentinel

Job description

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Base pay range

$105,000.00/yr - $115,000.00/yr

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Security Analyst (Remote – Mountain or Pacific Time Zone)

Location: Remote (must reside in Mountain or Pacific Time Zone)

Salary: Up to $115,000/year

Ready to be the frontline defender of a fast-growing, tech-driven company?

If you're passionate about cybersecurity, love diving deep into real-world threats, and want your work to truly make an impact, this could be your next great opportunity.

About Our Client:

Our client is a leading provider of innovative solutions in the insurance and risk management industry. They are tech-focused, people-driven, and committed to building a secure and resilient digital environment. Join a team where your skills are valued, and your contributions are visible.

Your Mission:

As a Security Analyst, you’ll be the first responder to security alerts — primarily from Microsoft Defender for Endpoint and Microsoft Defender for Identity.

You’ll investigate, triage, and resolve incidents, while helping to continuously improve detection capabilities and update security playbooks to proactively defend against future threats.

This is a critical role where your expertise will have a real and immediate impact.

Key Responsibilities:

Investigate and resolve security alerts, especially from Microsoft Defender for Endpoint and Defender for Identity

Lead triage and incident response efforts with a focus on Active Directory and Endpoint telemetry

Identify and mitigate vulnerabilities in cloud and hybrid environments

Develop, refine, and maintain actionable security playbooks

Stay current with emerging threat vectors and detection strategies

Produce clear, actionable security incident reports

Support internal audits and promote cybersecurity best practices across teams

What We're Looking For:

️ 5+ years of experience in a cybersecurity-focused role

️ Deep, hands-on experience with Microsoft Defender for Endpoint & Defender for Identity (must-have)

️ Proven ability to investigate, triage, and resolve security incidents with precision

️ Experience working in environments with Active Directory, Azure AD, and hybrid infrastructure

️ Strong communication skills — able to explain technical findings clearly

️ Self-driven, organized, and detail-oriented

️ Experienced in vulnerability assessments and enterprise risk analysis

Bonus Points:

Experience with Microsoft Sentinel or other enterprise SIEM tools

Previous experience in a Security Operations Center (SOC)

Relevant certifications (e.g., SC-200, CISSP, or similar)

Candidates must live in Mountain or Pacific Time Zones (not just work those hours)

Reports directly to the Cloud Security Lead

This is the only dedicated security analyst role on the team — your impact will be significant

What Our Client Offers:

Tangible opportunities for career growth and specialization

️ A mission-driven role protecting people, data, and systems from real-world threats

Ready to step up and make an impact?

Apply today and help build a safer digital world.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Information Technology

• Industries

  IT Services and IT Consulting and Insurance

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