Junior Information Security Analyst

Flyper; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Visa sponsorship

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Flyper in Akron, OH is seeking a Junior Information Security Analyst to join our security team. You will help ensure the security of our information systems and data, perform vulnerability assessments, monitor networks, and respond to incidents. This is a full-time role with salary starting at $1800 per month.

This position offers visa sponsorship for qualified candidates and opportunities for professional development, perfect for graduates with a CS/IT background and a strong analytical mindset.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field
• Knowledge of network security protocols, firewalls, and intrusion detection/prevention systems
• Experience with vulnerability scanning tools such as Nessus or Qualys
• Familiarity with risk assessment methodologies and compliance standards (e.g. PCI DSS)
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Responsibilities

• Conduct regular vulnerability assessments and penetration tests on our systems
• Monitor and analyze network traffic for potential security threats
• Investigate and respond to security incidents
• Develop and implement security policies and procedures
• Stay updated on the latest security threats and industry best practices

Skills

Vulnerability assessment

Threat monitoring

Incident response

Risk assessment

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/IT

Tools

Nessus

Qualys

Firewalls

IDS/IPS

Job description

Information Security Analyst vacancy in Akron USA

Junior Information Security Analyst

We are hiring a Junior Information Security Analyst to join our growing team in Akron. As a Junior Information Security Analyst, you will be responsible for ensuring the security of our company's information systems and data. This is a full-time position with salary starting at $1800 per month.

Responsibilities

• Conduct regular vulnerability assessments and penetration tests on our systems
• Monitor and analyze network traffic for potential security threats
• Investigate and respond to security incidents
• Develop and implement security policies and procedures
• Stay updated on the latest security threats and industry best practices

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field
• Knowledge of network security protocols, firewalls, and intrusion detection/prevention systems
• Experience with vulnerability scanning tools such as Nessus or Qualys
• Familiarity with risk assessment methodologies and compliance standards (e.g. PCI DSS)
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Preferred

• Relevant certifications such as CISSP or CompTIA Security+
• Previous experience in information security or IT audit
• Knowledge of scripting languages (e.g. Python, PowerShell)

We offer competitive salary, professional development opportunities, and visa sponsorship for qualified candidates. This is an excellent opportunity to kickstart your career in information security. If you are passionate about protecting data and mitigating cyber risks, we would love to hear from you!