First Information Technology Services, Inc · 14 hours ago
Security Analyst - XDR - Jr Level
First Information Technology Services is a full-service IT consulting firm with over 20 years of expertise. The Junior Security Analyst – XDR supports extended detection and response operations for state and local government customers, focusing on monitoring, triaging, and documenting security alerts.
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Responsibilities
Monitor and triage security alerts using approved XDR and SIEM tools
Perform initial analysis and documentation of security events and incidents
Follow defined investigation workflows and escalation procedures
Identify patterns, trends, and potential tool or detection issues and document findings
Operate effectively within a structured, shift-based coverage model
Qualification
Required
U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain CJIS access upon hire, including background check and fingerprinting
At least 1 year of experience in security operations, IT operations with security exposure, or a related role
Familiarity with XDR platforms and/or modern SIEM/SOAR tools
Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills
Ability to follow documented procedures and escalation paths
Preferred
Prior experience in a Security Operations Center (SOC) environment
Basic understanding of common attacker techniques and alert false-positive patterns
Willingness to learn Kusto Query Language (KQL) or similar query languages
Benefits
100% of health, dental, and vision coverage for employees and their dependents (including domestic partners)
Matching 401(K)
Short/long term disability
Life insurance
Parental leave
Paid time off accrues at a starting rate of 15 days/year, increasing with tenure
10 paid holidays
Up to $5,000 annually for professional development, including reimbursement of job-related training classes, seminars, tuition, and certification expenses
Company
First Information Technology Services, Inc
Designing Information Security Solutions with YOU in Mind.
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