Junior Security Analyst

  Department: IT / SecurityEmployment Type: Full-Time Role Overview We are seeking a motivated Junior Security Analyst to join our growing security team. This role is ideal for individuals who are passionate about cybersecurity and eager to build hands-on experience across security monitoring, incident response, vulnerability management, cloud security, and security operations. As a Junior Security Analyst, you will support daily security operations, assist with investigations, contribute to system hardening initiatives, and collaborate closely with IT and security stakeholders to help maintain a strong security posture across the organization. Key Responsibilities Security Monitoring & Incident Response Monitor security alerts and events using SIEM and security monitoring tools Assist with investigating, documenting, and escalating security incidents as required Review system, application, and network logs to identify unusual or suspicious activity Vulnerability & Endpoint Security Support vulnerability scanning activities and remediation tracking Assist with endpoint security monitoring and threat detection efforts Participate in phishing investigations and support security awareness initiatives Security Operations & Governance Collaborate with IT teams to support system hardening and security configuration reviews Assist in maintaining and updating security policies, standards, SOPs, and runbooks Support patching and remediation efforts to help reduce security risks Reporting & Continuous Improvement Assist in preparing weekly and monthly security reports Stay informed about emerging cybersecurity threats and best practices Promote security best practices and awareness across the organization Required Qualifications Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in IT, Cybersecurity, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience) Experience with Active Directory and Microsoft 365 administration. Foundational understanding of: Networking concepts (TCP/IP, DNS, VPNs, firewalls) Identity, cloud, network, and email security Cloud fundamentals (Azure or AWS) Common cyber-attack types and core cybersecurity principles Basic scripting knowledge (PowerShell or Python) Familiarity with SIEM concepts and log analysis Strong analytical, documentation, and communication skills Demonstrated eagerness to learn and ability to work effectively in a team environment Nice to Have Familiarity with Microsoft Sentinel or other SIEM platforms 1-2 years of experience as a system administrator/IT support. Exposure to Microsoft 365 security tools Hands-on experience with security technologies such as firewalls, IDS/IPS, DLP, or endpoint protection Industry certifications such as: CompTIA Security+ Network+