Security Analyst – Tier 1

Care Lync • Philadelphia, PA

21h

About The Position

Care Lync is hiring a Cybersecurity Analyst (Tier 1) to support day-to-day security operations, monitor threats, respond to alerts, and help maintain a strong security posture. This is a hands-on early-career role designed for someone who wants to learn, grow, and actively protect real systems - not just read dashboards.

Requirements

• 1–2+ years in IT, cybersecurity, or related experience (internships count).
• Basic understanding of cybersecurity concepts (threats, vulnerabilities, authentication, least privilege).
• Familiarity with Microsoft 365 environments preferred.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical mindset.
• Willingness to learn, take ownership, and work collaboratively.
• Strong documentation and communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• CompTIA Security+ or working toward it.
• Exposure to Microsoft Defender, Sentinel, or similar tools.
• Experience in healthcare or regulated environments.
• PowerShell or automation curiosity is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Monitor security alerts and triage potential threats.
• Assist with incident response, documentation, and escalation.
• Support Microsoft security tools including Defender, Entra ID, and Intune.
• Assist with vulnerability scanning and remediation coordination.
• Help maintain MFA, Conditional Access, and endpoint security policies.
• Support HIPAA security compliance and security documentation.
• Assist with phishing investigations and security awareness efforts.
• Contribute to security runbooks and process improvement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed