IT Security Analyst

Epicor; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and wellness benefits

Internal mobility

Career development

Education support

Inclusive workplace

Work-life balance

Global mobility

Equal opportunities

Job summary

Epicor is seeking an Entry-Level Security Engineer to join a dynamic Security Engineering team. You will help protect enterprise systems, applications, and data—including AI-driven services—while gaining hands-on experience across a modern threat landscape.

You will build foundational expertise across cybersecurity domains and contribute to real-world security initiatives as you collaborate with cross-functional teams to align systems with security standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, Information Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 0-2 years of experience in IT, systems, networking, or cybersecurity
• Foundational knowledge of networking concepts (TCP/IP, DNS, VPNs)
• Understanding of operating systems such as Windows and Linux
• Basic security fundamentals, including authentication, least privilege, and encryption
• Interest in AI/ML concepts, generative AI, or AI-related security risks
• Strong collaboration, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Demonstrated curiosity and eagerness to learn

Responsibilities

• Support the design and deployment of enterprise security solutions across cloud, identity, endpoint, network, and AI environments
• Assist in the implementation and management of tools such as Data Loss Prevention (DLP), Endpoint Detection & Response (EDR), Identity & Access Management (IAM), SIEM, and secure web solutions
• Help identify, assess, and remediate security risks, vulnerabilities, and threats across infrastructure, applications, and AI services
• Contribute to efforts around AI security, including evaluating generative AI usage, data exposure risks, and shadow AI activity
• Partner with cross-functional teams to align systems with security and governance standards
• Participate in testing and evaluation of emerging security technologies, including AI-focused tools
• Help develop technical documentation, playbooks, and governance guidelines
• Stay current with evolving cybersecurity and AI-driven threats

Skills

Networking concepts

Security fundamentals

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Curiosity

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, Information Technology, or related field

Job description

As an Entry-Level Security Engineer at Epicor, you will be part of a dynamic Security Engineering team where you will help protect enterprise systems, applications, and data-including AI-driven systems and services-while gaining hands-on experience across a modern and evolving threat landscape. You will build foundational expertise across multiple cybersecurity domains while contributing to real-world security initiatives.

What you will be doing

Support the design and deployment of enterprise security solutions across cloud, identity, endpoint, network, and AI environments

Assist in the implementation and management of tools such as Data Loss Prevention (DLP), Endpoint Detection & Response (EDR), Identity & Access Management (IAM), SIEM, and secure web solutions

Help identify, assess, and remediate security risks, vulnerabilities, and threats across infrastructure, applications, and AI services

Contribute to efforts around AI security, including evaluating generative AI usage, data exposure risks, and shadow AI activity

Partner with cross-functional teams to align systems with security and governance standards

Participate in testing and evaluation of emerging security technologies, including AI-focused tools

Help develop technical documentation, playbooks, and governance guidelines

Stay current with evolving cybersecurity and AI-driven threats

What you will likely bring

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, Information Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience)

0-2 years of experience in IT, systems, networking, or cybersecurity

Foundational knowledge of networking concepts (TCP/IP, DNS, VPNs)

Understanding of operating systems such as Windows and Linux

Basic security fundamentals, including authentication, least privilege, and encryption

Interest in AI/ML concepts, generative AI, or AI-related security risks

Strong collaboration, communication, and problem-solving skills

Demonstrated curiosity and eagerness to learn

What could set you apart

Exposure to cloud platforms such as Azure or AWS

Familiarity with identity and access management or directory services

Experience with endpoint security, SIEM tools, or vulnerability management

Knowledge of AI technologies such as large language models (LLMs), APIs, or ML models

Experience with scripting or automation (PowerShell, Python)

Familiarity with security tools or logging platforms (e.g., Microsoft Sentinel, Splunk)

Entry-level certifications such as Security+, AZ-500, SC-900, or AI-900

Exposure to security or AI governance frameworks such as NIST or ISO standards

About Epicor

At Epicor, we're truly a team. Join 5,000 talented professionals in creating a world of better business through data, AI, and cognitive ERP. We help businesses stay future-ready by connecting people, processes, and technology. From software engineers who command the latest AI technology to business development reps who help us seize new opportunities, the work we do matters. Together, Epicor employees are creating a more resilient global supply chain.

We're Proactive, Proud, Partners .

Whatever your career journey, we'll help you find the right path. Through our training courses, mentorship, and continuous support, you'll get everything you need to thrive. At Epicor, your success is our success. And that success really matters, because we're the essential partners for the world's most essential businesses-the hardworking companies who make, move, and sell the things the world needs.

Health and Wellness:

Comprehensive health and wellness benefits designed to support your overall well-being.

Internal Mobility:

Opportunities for mentorship, continuing education, and focused career goal setting, with 25% of positions filled internally.

Career Development:

Free LinkedIn Learning licenses for everyone, along with our Mentoring Program to boost your personal development.

Education Support:

Geographically specific programs to balance the cost of education with the benefits of continued learning and personal development.

Inclusive Workplace:

Collaborate with a diverse team in an inclusive, global workplace that fosters innovation and celebrates partnership.

Work-Life Balance:

Policies built on mutual trust and support, encouraging time off to rest, recharge, and reconnect.

Global Mobility:

Comprehensive support for international relocations and permanent residency processes.

Equal Opportunities and Accommodations Statement

Epicor is committed to creating a workplace and global community where inclusion is valued; where you bring the whole and real you- that's who we're interested in. If you have interest in this or any role- but your experience doesn't match every qualification of the job description, that's okay- consider applying regardless.

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