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Junior Cybersecurity Analyst

Insight Global

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Westlake, TX
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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Bachelor's degree

Job overview

The Security Operations Analyst supports the Data Protection Team by executing and maintaining data security processes, monitoring and responding to security risks and policy violations in critical database environments, and collaborating with security, risk, and engineering teams to improve controls and program maturity.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

PythonSQLPowerShellData Loss PreventionEncryptionData at RestData in MotionUnstructured DataStructured DataInformation Security Best PracticesAnalytical ApproachEvent ClassificationEvent CorrelationRoot Cause AnalysisWritten CommunicationOral CommunicationOrganizational SkillsRelationship Building

Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or Related FieldMinimum of 1+ Years Security Experience or EquivalentCISA, CISSP, CIA or Equivalent Certification

Full job description

Job Description

The Security Operations Analyst will support the Data Protection Team and be responsible for executing and maintaining data security operational processes related to Database Activity Monitoring. This individual will monitor, analyze, and respond to information security risks, policy violations, and potential threats impacting critical database environments. The role works closely with Security Operations, Risk Management, and Engineering teams to strengthen security controls, improve program maturity, and enhance overall data protection capabilities.

The ideal candidate is a technically strong, self-motivated professional who enjoys solving complex problems, continuously learning, and contributing to the advancement of security operations and data protection initiatives. They should be passionate about cybersecurity, possess strong analytical skills, and thrive in a collaborative team environment.

Skills and Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field
  • Demonstrated written and oral communication skills.
  • Excellent organizational skills, and ability to maintain detailed living documents.
  • Build trusted relationships with peers and cross-functional teams.
  • Experience communicating security concepts to business teams.
  • Passion to design solutions to automate manual processes.
  • Preferred - Relevant professional certification (CISA, CISSP, CIA or equivalent).
  • Minimum of 1+ years Security Experience or equivalent.
  • Knowledge of Data Protection concepts (e.g. Data Loss Prevention, Encryption, Data at Rest versus Data in Motion, Unstructured versus Structured data).
  • Understanding of information security best practices and technologies.
  • Experience with Python, SQL, and/or PowerShell strongly preferred.
  • Analytical background and an analytical approach; especially with respect to event classification, event correlation, and root cause analysis.

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request to [email protected].

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