Security Operations Analyst - Junior (Onsite M-Th, Remote Fri)

Vivmark Residential; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 111,000 - 136,000; Full time

Job summary

Vivmark Residential is hiring a Junior Security Analyst to join the Security Operations team, focusing on real-time security event analysis, incident response, threat intelligence, and investigations. The role requires two years of IT security experience, strong networking knowledge, and the ability to work independently while collaborating with the broader team.

The position is onsite four days a week with remote work on Fridays, offering a base salary range of $111,000 to $136,000 per year and

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of experience in incident response, security operations, or a related information technology field.
• Foundational understanding of malware analysis processes, threat intelligence activities, DFIR, and threat hunting.
• Exposure to networking concepts, including IP addressing, subnetting, routing protocols, VPNs, VLANs, and DMZ architectures.
• Experience or exposure to troubleshooting technical issues across Layers 2 through 7.
• Familiarity with major system applications and databases.

Responsibilities

• Executes daily incident response processes and follows established security operations checklists.
• Manages the incident response lifecycle, including identifying, investigating, documenting, and supporting resolution of incidents.
• Researches and analyzes potential security events to identify threats and communicates findings and status updates.
• Documents and investigates security incidents per incident response policies.
• Supports service restoration and provides root cause analysis.
• Assists with high-priority incidents and complex technical issues as needed.
• Participates in threat hunting and red/blue team exercises to strengthen security awareness.
• Prepares ad hoc analyses and reports to support security operations and investigations.

Skills

Incident Response

Security Operations

Threat Intelligence

Networking Concepts

Analytical Thinking

Attention to Detail

Communication Skills

Team Collaboration

24/7 Availability

Job description

Vivmark Residential is hiring a Junior Security Analyst to join the Security Operations team, focusing on real-time security event analysis, incident response, threat intelligence, and investigations. The role requires two years of IT security experience, strong networking knowledge, and the ability to work independently while collaborating with the broader team.

The position is onsite four days a week with remote work on Fridays, offering a base salary range of $111,000 to $136,000 per year and