Operations Security Analyst Hybrid (Denver, CO)

AbsenceSoft; Denver (CO); Hybrid; USD 62,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonus

Equity opportunities

Flexible time off

Hybrid work

Job summary

AbsenceSoft is seeking a Security Analyst to bolster our Information Security Program through audits, compliance initiatives, and security analysis. You’ll partner with Engineering, IT, Legal, and Operations to strengthen security posture and leverage AI to boost efficiency.

The role is hybrid, based in Denver, with 2–3 days in the office weekly. You’ll engage in SOC 2 activities and contribute to risk management and documentation.

Qualifications

• Familiarity with ITIL, SOC 2, and NIST standards.

Responsibilities

• Engage in technology audits across AWS, Microsoft, Google, and proprietary systems.
• Collaborate with stakeholders and control owners to implement compliance initiatives and improve auditability and internal procedures.
• Support SOC 2 audit activities and ongoing control maintenance.
• Coordinate completion of sales requests for information regarding IT and product security.
• Support security awareness initiatives under the director's guidance.
• Assist in developing and maintaining security and compliance documentation and standards, including policies, risk management, and vendor management.
• Support the automation of security controls through AI-powered tools and workflows.
• Help maintain applicable organizational security and compliance controls within your department and role.

Skills

SQL queries

SOC 2 familiarity

NIST standards

Audit coordination

AI tools

Education

ITIL Foundations Certification

Tools

AWS

Microsoft 365

IAM

Google Cloud

Job description

At AbsenceSoft, we’re transforming the employee experience. Our secure, intuitive technology helps employers bring humanity, certainty, and efficiency to some of the most complex moments in the workplace. Built by HR professionals for HR professionals, we’re proud of where we’ve been and even more excited about where we’re going.

We're looking for a Security Analyst to support our Information Security Program through internal audits, compliance initiatives, and day-to-day security analysis. In this role, you'll work closely with our Director of Security & Compliance and partner across Engineering, IT, Legal, and Operations to help maintain and continuously improve our security posture. We're looking for someone who is passionate about security, personable, and process-driven, with a solid understanding of SaaS environments and the ability to responsibly use AI to increase efficiency.

This is a hybrid, Denver, Colorado based role with in-office expectations of 2-3 days per week.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Engage in technology audits across AWS, Microsoft, Google, and proprietary systems
• Collaborate with stakeholders and control owners to implement compliance initiatives and improve auditability and internal procedures
• Support SOC 2 audit activities and ongoing control maintenance
• Coordinate completion of sales requests for information regarding IT and product security
• Support security awareness initiatives under the director's guidance
• Assist in developing and maintaining security and compliance documentation and standards, including policies, risk management, and vendor management
• Support the automation of security controls through AI-powered tools and workflows
• Help maintain applicable organizational security and compliance controls within your department and role

WHAT YOU'LL BRING

• Proficiency in MS Office and Excel, including VLOOKUP, charts, and pivot tables
• Working knowledge of SaaS and cloud infrastructure, including experience administering SaaS/cloud consoles, Microsoft Office 365, and/or other IAM systems
• Familiarity with ITIL, SOC 2, and NIST standards, including hands-on experience with SOC 2 or ISO audits and/or an ITIL Foundations Certification
• Understanding of SQL, including the ability to write queries, and experience reviewing application logs
• Comfortable leveraging AI chat tools (e.g., "Claude, ChatGPT") to accelerate workflows
• Skilled at navigating multiple competing priorities and personalities to achieve shared objectives
• Analytical approach to audit activities with strong attention to detail
• Strong documentation and organizational skills
• Security-conscious mindset with a commitment to compliance integrity
• Comfortable working within structured processes and established frameworks
• Curiosity and a willingness to learn
• Customer Support experience strongly preferred
• An enthusiasm for a hybrid work environment, with approximately 2 days per week of in-office presence in our downtown Denver location

WHY JOIN US

AT ABSENCESOFT, WE LEAD WITH OUR VALUES:

Lead with Innovation - We create meaningful change through intelligence, focus and passion. We embrace curiosity, data, and insight to shape the future of our industry. Always innovating, learning and evolving.

Elevate Every Voice - Every perspective matters. We listen, learn, and build a culture where diversity of thought and experience drives better solutions and smarter decisions.

Achieve Together - The customer fuels everything we do. We share knowledge, collaborate, celebrate wins, and face challenges as one team because success is always a collective achievement.

Drive Outcome - Every action we take delivers measurable value to our teams, our customers, and the employees they support. Accountability is non-negotiable. We honor our commitments, take responsibility for results, and see every success and setback as a chance to grow stronger.

WE OFFER:

• Impact that matters. You'll do work that shapes the future of the modern workplace.
• Flexibility and trust. We're remote-first and results driven. You'll have the freedom and flexibility to do your best work, wherever you do it best.
• Growth and development. We believe the best work happens when people are growing. You'll have access to learning resources, leadership programs, and real opportunities to take on new challenges and expand your impact.
• Competitive rewards. We offer comprehensive benefits, a performance-based bonus program, and equity opportunities – because when we grow, you should too.
• Time for life. Recharge and reconnect with flexible time off, paid holidays, and flexible leave programs designed to support every season of life.
• Belonging and balance. We're building an inclusive culture where every voice is valued, collaboration is celebrated, and success is shared.

We're committed to building a team as diverse as the customers we serve. If your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification, we still encourage you to apply – you might be exactly what we're looking for.

Final compensation is determined based on a candidate's relevant experience, skills, education, and geographic location. This position is also eligible for annual bonus.

The pay range for this role is:

61,584 - 76,980 USD per year (US National)