Discount Tire · 10 hours ago
IT Security Administrator I
Scottsdale, AZ
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
1+ years expDiscount Tire is a company that has been growing for more than 60 years, and they are seeking an IT Security Administrator I to support their Cyber Defense team. The role involves monitoring security platforms, identifying threats, and assisting with incident response across various environments to ensure the security of systems and data.
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Responsibilities
Monitor security alerts and telemetry across enterprise security tools, including SIEM, endpoint protection, cloud security platforms, and MDR solutions
Identify potential intrusion attempts and suspicious behavior; analyze and validate basic security events; escalate complex incidents to senior team members
Follow established incident response procedures to document findings, actions taken, and progress throughout the lifecycle of security incidents
Provide timely status updates to stakeholders and assist with final incident reporting
Support communication efforts during high‑priority or enterprise‑impacting security incidents
Review vulnerability scan results, prioritize issues based on risk, and collaborate with IT partners to track and support remediation
Validate completion of remediation tasks and ensure security gaps are addressed in a timely manner
Analyze anomalies across firewalls, proxies, endpoint tools, cloud platforms, logging pipelines, and other security systems to identify abnormal patterns or exposures
Recommend changes or improvements to strengthen security configurations and reduce risk
Work closely with IT teams—including Cloud Engineering, Endpoint Management, Networking, IAM, and Application teams—on incident investigations, system changes, and risk mitigation activities
Assist employees, vendors, and partners by answering questions related to information security processes and best practices
Complete daily tasks, ticket queues, and monitoring responsibilities accurately and on time while delivering exceptional internal customer service
Support ongoing security strategies and initiatives that align with enterprise standards, policies, and technology roadmaps
Participate in after‑hours or on‑call responsibilities as needed to support critical issues
Maintain awareness of current cybersecurity threats, industry trends, and evolving technologies
Engage in ongoing training to improve technical skills and contribute to the team’s operational maturity
Perform additional duties as assigned to support Cyber Defense operations and enterprise security programs
Qualification
Required
Minimum 1 year of IT experience required; information security experience strongly preferred
Experience in security operations, system administration, service desk escalation, application support, or testing is beneficial
Experience in enterprise or corporate retail environments is a plus due to the scale and operational tempo of Discount Tire's footprint
Foundational understanding of modern security technologies such as SIEM platforms (e.g., log analysis, alert triage, rule‑based detections)
Endpoint protection tools
Malware detection and response technologies
Vulnerability management tools and remediation cycles
Cloud security monitoring concepts
Familiarity with incident response processes, alert workflows, ticket creation, escalation paths, and containment/verification best practices
Ability to analyze large data sets, alerts, or unstructured telemetry to identify patterns, anomalies, and potential security concerns
Demonstrated capability to learn new security tools, detection techniques, and investigative methods in a fast‑moving environment
Excellent written and verbal communication skills for documenting incidents, updating stakeholders, and collaborating with IT partners
Strong customer‑service mindset with the ability to handle varied user situations while remaining professional, calm, and helpful
Ability to communicate technical concepts clearly to non‑technical audiences when needed
Strong problem‑solving, troubleshooting, and analytical skills, with the ability to evaluate options and make informed recommendations
Ability to work efficiently under pressure, manage shifting priorities, and meet deadlines without compromising accuracy
Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team, often managing multiple alerts, tickets, or small projects simultaneously
High degree of integrity, confidentiality, and respect for others—consistent with Discount Tire's values and culture
Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Visio) for reporting, documentation, and communication
Ability to work in ticketing and workflow platforms (such as ServiceNow) is preferred
Associate degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field required
Preferred
Awareness of industry security standards and frameworks (e.g., NIST CSF, CIS Controls, basic governance practices) is preferred
Bachelor's degree preferred
Company
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