IT Security Analyst

Cambridge Investment Research; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Long-term disability insurance

Paid holidays

401K with company match

Job summary

Cambridge Investment Research is seeking a Security Analyst to join our IT Security Team, focusing on Azure cloud environments. You will manage Azure Security Center, Sentinel, and Key Vault, and work with IT and security teams to deploy secure, scalable cloud solutions.

Ideal candidates hold Azure security certifications (AZ-500/Associate) and other security credentials. You will monitor, detect, investigate, and respond to Azure-related incidents, contributing to ongoing vulnerability

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience in cloud security and security operations.

Responsibilities

• Azure Security Operations: Configure, operate, and manage Azure security services like Security Center, Sentinel, and Key Vault.
• Vulnerability Management: Identify and remediate vulnerabilities in Azure environments.
• Threat Monitoring & Incident Detection: Monitor Azure threat management systems for incidents.
• Incident Investigation & Response: Investigate, analyze, and escalate Azure-related security incidents with cross-functional teams.

Skills

Azure security operations

Cloud security

Threat detection & IR

KQL

SIEM workflows

Security incident coordination

Education

Microsoft Certified: Azure Security Engineer Associate

CISSP

CISM

CompTIA Security+

Tools

Microsoft Sentinel

Microsoft Defender for Cloud

Microsoft Entra ID

Azure Key Vault

Job description

Job SummaryKey Deliverables and ResponsibilitiesWe are seeking a Security Analyst to join our IT Security Team, specializing in Azure cloud environments. This role is ideal for professionals with a strong foundation in cloud security who are eager to make a meaningful impact on our cybersecurity framework.Key ResponsibilitiesAzure Security OperationsConfigure, operate, and manage Azure security services such as Azure Security Center, Azure Sentinel, and Azure Key Vault to protect cloud assets and data.Collaboration & Project SupportPartner with IT and Information Security teams on Azure-specific initiatives to ensure secure and scalable cloud deployments.Vulnerability ManagementIdentify and remediate vulnerabilities within Azure environments, ensuring timely and effective risk mitigation.Threat Monitoring & Incident DetectionMonitor Azure threat management systems to detect and assess potential security incidents or breaches.Incident Investigation & ResponseInvestigate, analyze, and escalate security incidents related to Azure environments, coordinating with cross-functional teams for swift resolution.What We Are Looking ForMicrosoft Certified: Azure Security Engineer Associate (or similar Azure-focused certifications)Additional certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or CompTIA Security+ are a plusMicrosoft Certified: Azure Security Engineer Associate (or similar Azure-focused certifications)3+ years of hands-on experience in cloud security, security operations, or a related cybersecurity role.Practical experience with Microsoft Sentinel, Microsoft Defender for Cloud, Microsoft Entra ID, and Azure Key Vault.Working knowledge of Kusto Query Language (KQL), SIEM workflows, incident response, and vulnerability management.Why Cambridge?Cambridge has competitive benefits and promotes a work/life balance to encourage individual success.Premium benefit package including medical, vision, dental, life and long-term disability insuranceVacation/sick time401K retirement plan with company matching programEleven paid holidaysYou can find more details about our comprehensive benefits package here .Cambridge Overview:Cambridge is a financial solutions firm that provides business support services to thousands of independent financial advisors. These advisors offer personalized investment services including wealth management, financial planning, and retirement services to individuals and families across the country. Cambridge provides significant compliance, technology, and transaction processing support to these financial advisors and their offices.