Security Analyst I — Protect Data & Defend Networks

Baker Group; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Baker Group seeks an Associate Security Analyst-IT to support security systems, protect data, and maintain security standards. The role requires monitoring alerts, researching threats, and assisting in security operations across the organization.

Responsibilities include configuring security tools, enforcing policies, and assisting with IT support as needed. A two-year degree path and at least one year in security/IT are expected.

Qualifications

• Pursuing or completed two-year degree in computer science, cybersecurity, information systems or related field.
• At least one year of experience in information security, IT operations or related field.
• Foundational understanding of networking concepts (TCP/IP, DNS, firewalls, VPN).
• Basic familiarity with security concepts: malware, phishing, vulnerability management, access control.

Responsibilities

• Defend Baker Group systems against unauthorized access, modification and/or destruction.
• Configure and support security tools (firewalls, anti-malware, patch management).
• Implement and maintain network security policies, access control and data safeguards.
• Train employees in security awareness and procedures.
• Provide technical security advice and guidance.
• Review incident response and disaster recovery plans for gaps.
• Assist with general IT support as needed.

Skills

Networking basics

Security awareness

Customer service

Problem solving

Technology enthusiasm

Education

Two-year degree in CS/Cybersecurity or related

1 year information security/IT operations experience

Tools

Firewalls

Anti-malware software

Patch management systems

VPN

Job description

Baker Group seeks an Associate Security Analyst-IT to support security systems, protect data, and maintain security standards. The role requires monitoring alerts, researching threats, and assisting in security operations across the organization.

Responsibilities include configuring security tools, enforcing policies, and assisting with IT support as needed. A two-year degree path and at least one year in security/IT are expected.