IT Security Analyst

Socket.dev; Sterling (KS); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Jacam Catalyst LLC is seeking an entry-level IT Security Analyst to monitor networks, endpoints, and logs, respond to incidents, and support vulnerability management. This hands-on role provides growth into more advanced security tasks under senior staff guidance.

You will gain experience with SIEM, endpoint protection, and security best practices, while developing skills in risk assessment, compliance, and security awareness across the organization.

Qualifications

• Education: Associate's degree in IT, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or equivalent hands-on experience.
• Foundations: Working knowledge of networking, operating systems (Windows/Linux), and general IT support concepts.
• Aptitude: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; attention to detail; willingness to learn.
• Communication: Clear written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Monitor networks, servers, endpoints, and logs for suspicious or anomalous activity.
• Escalate and assist in resolving security issues as they are identified.
• Help maintain and tune security tooling (SIEM, endpoint protection, email security).
• Respond to security alerts and incidents; assist with containment and remediation.
• Perform basic root-cause analysis to help prevent recurrence.
• Document incidents and maintain accurate response records.
• Run vulnerability scans and help coordinate remediation efforts.
• Track weak points and follow up with system owners on patching.
• Assist in coordinating periodic penetration tests.
• Evaluate systems for risk exposure and help ensure compliance with current policies.
• Support internal audits and security reviews.
• Assist with security awareness training and user education efforts.

Skills

Networking basics

Windows/Linux

IT support

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Willingness to learn

Written communication

Verbal communication

Education

Associate degree in IT

Tools

SIEM

Endpoint protection

MFA/Identity

Vulnerability scanning

Job description

Position Summary

The IT Security Analyst (Entry-Level) helps protect the organization's networks, systems, and data by monitoring for threats, responding to security incidents, and supporting vulnerability and compliance efforts. This is a hands-on, entry-level role designed for someone early in their security career who will grow into broader security responsibilities under the guidance of senior IT and security staff.

Key Responsibilities

Monitor & Protect Systems

• Monitor networks, servers, endpoints, and logs for suspicious or anomalous activity.
• Escalate and assist in resolving security issues as they are identified.
• Help maintain and tune security tooling (SIEM, endpoint protection, email security).

Incident Response

• Respond to security alerts and incidents; assist with containment and remediation.
• Perform basic root-cause analysis to help prevent recurrence.
• Document incidents and maintain accurate response records.

Vulnerability Management

• Run vulnerability scans and help coordinate remediation efforts.
• Track weak points and follow up with system owners on patching.
• Assist in coordinating periodic penetration tests.

Risk Assessment & Compliance

• Evaluate systems for risk exposure and help ensure compliance with current policies.
• Support internal audits and security reviews.
• Assist with security awareness training and user education efforts.

Qualifications

Required

• Education: Associate's degree in IT, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or equivalent hands-on experience.
• Foundations: Working knowledge of networking, operating systems (Windows/Linux), and general IT support concepts.
• Aptitude: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; attention to detail; willingness to learn.
• Communication: Clear written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred

• Certification: CompTIA Security+ (or actively pursuing); Network+ or CySA+ a plus.
• Experience: Prior help desk, desktop support, or systems administration exposure.
• Tools: Familiarity with SIEM, endpoint protection, MFA/identity, or vulnerability scanning tools.

Growth Path

This role is a feeder into IT Security Analyst II and, over time, senior security or systems roles. The organization supports certification advancement (Security+, CySA+, etc.) and hands-on mentorship from senior IT staff.

All employees of Jacam Catalyst LLC, and its subsidiaries, are required to adhere to the following:

• Comply with all Federal, State, and Local laws.
• Have fluency in reading, writing, and speaking in English.
• Adhere to guidelines, policies, and procedures as described in the Jacam Catalyst handbook.
• Adhere to Jacam Catalyst's Drug and Alcohol policy and agree to submit to random drug testing as a condition of employment.

*** This company reserves the right to modify, interpret, or apply this job description in any way the company desires This job description in no way implies that these are the only duties, including essential duties, to be performed by the employee occupying this position. THIS JOB DESCRIPTION IS NOT AN EMPLOYMENT CONTRACT, IMPLIED OR OTHERWISE. THE COMPANY REMAINS AN "AT-WILL" EMPLOYER. Qualified employees who require reasonable accommodation to perform the essential functions of the position should notify the Human Resources Director. ***