Sr. Security Analyst

TriCom Technical Services; Lenexa (KS); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Paid time off

Paid Holidays

Job summary

TriCom Technical Services seeks a Sr. Security Analyst to protect systems and data from threats. You will monitor security activity, investigate incidents, and strengthen security controls while coordinating with internal teams and external partners.

The role requires analyzing threats, performing vulnerability testing, and developing security policies. Strong communication and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of security certifications, training, and experience.
• Solid knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks, standards, and best practices.
• Experience with security technologies such as SIEM, IDS/IPS, firewalls, VPNs, and encryption.
• Experience with Microsoft Sentinel.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills across teams.
• Ability to work independently and in a fast-paced environment.
• Security certification such as CySA+, SSCP, or a similar intermediate-level certification.

Responsibilities

• Monitor security systems and analyze potential threats and suspicious activity.
• Investigate and respond to security incidents and breaches.
• Perform vulnerability assessments and security testing.
• Recommend and implement security controls to reduce risk.
• Develop and maintain security policies, standards, and procedures.
• Provide security guidance to technical teams and business stakeholders.
• Research emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and security trends.
• Evaluate new security tools and technologies.
• Prepare security reports, metrics, and findings for leadership.
• Coordinate security activities with external partners and vendors.

Skills

Cybersecurity knowledge

Incident response

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent certifications

Tools

SIEM

IDS/IPS

Firewalls

VPNs

Encryption

Microsoft Sentinel

Microsoft Defender

Job description

Sr. Security Analyst

Summary

We are seeking a Sr. Security Analyst to protect company systems, networks, and data from cybersecurity threats. This role monitors security activity, investigates incidents, identifies vulnerabilities, and helps improve security controls and processes. The Senior Security Analyst also works with internal teams and outside partners to strengthen the company’s overall security posture.

Responsibilities

• Monitor security systems and analyze potential threats and suspicious activity.
• Investigate and respond to security incidents and breaches.
• Perform vulnerability assessments and security testing.
• Recommend and implement security controls to reduce risk.
• Develop and maintain security policies, standards, and procedures.
• Provide security guidance to technical teams and business stakeholders.
• Research emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and security trends.
• Evaluate new security tools and technologies.
• Prepare security reports, metrics, and findings for leadership.
• Coordinate security activities with external partners and vendors.

Requirements

• 3–5+ years of experience deploying, supporting, or maintaining information security systems.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of security certifications, training, and experience.
• Solid knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks, standards, and best practices.
• Experience with security technologies such as SIEM, IDS/IPS, firewalls, VPNs, and encryption.
• Experience with Microsoft Sentinel.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work across technical and business teams.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Security certification such as CySA+, SSCP, E|CSS, or a similar intermediate-level certification.

Preferred

• Experience with Microsoft Defender security tools, including Endpoint, Identity, Cloud, and Vulnerability Management.
• Microsoft 365.

This is a 6-month contract-to-Hire opportunity with our Lenexa, KS client. Low-cost employee benefits, paid time off, paid Holidays, and a 401(k) (with an immediately vested company match) are available with TriCom during the contract period. H-1B visa sponsorship is not available for this position. No third parties, please.