Security Analyst - Charlotte, NC

NASCENT Technology • Charlotte, NC

18h • Hybrid

About The Position

We are looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Security Analyst to help protect and strengthen our security posture across a diverse hybrid environment. This role will support security operations across on-prem infrastructure, Azure and AWS cloud environments, and numerous remote customer networks. You will be responsible for monitoring, investigating, and responding to security events, assisting with vulnerability remediation, maintaining security tools, and helping implement best-practice security controls. Travel is approximately 5% for onsite assessments, audits, or deployments.

Requirements

• 2–4+ years of experience in cybersecurity, IT security operations, or related technical role.
• Understanding of security fundamentals across Windows, Linux, and cloud environments.
• Experience with security monitoring, SIEM platforms, log analysis, or threat detection tools.
• Familiarity with Azure and/or AWS security controls and best practices.
• Knowledge of network security concepts: firewalls, VPNs, VLANs, wireless security, and segmentation.
• Understanding of vulnerability management processes and tools.
• Strong analytical and investigative skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to write clear documentation, reports, and incident summaries.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel up to 5%.

Nice To Haves

• Hands-on Splunk experience (administration, search, dashboards, or alerting).
• Experience with EDR platforms, IDS/IPS, or SOAR tools.
• Security certifications such as Security+, CySA+, GSEC, or similar.
• Scripting or automation skills (PowerShell, Bash, Python).
• Exposure to compliance frameworks (NIST, CIS, ISO, SOC 2).

Responsibilities

• Monitor security alerts, logs, and events across on-prem systems, cloud platforms, networks, and remote customer environments.
• Investigate potential security incidents and support incident response activities.
• Assist with vulnerability scanning, prioritization, remediation tracking, and reporting.
• Maintain and support security tools and platforms, including logging, SIEM, endpoint security, and threat-detection systems.
• Collaborate with Network and Systems Engineering teams to ensure secure configurations across servers, cloud resources, and network infrastructure.
• Help implement and maintain security policies, standards, and compliance requirements.
• Review system, network, and application changes for potential security impact.
• Conduct periodic access reviews and support identity and access management best practices.
• Assist with employee security training, awareness programs, and phishing testing.
• Support cloud security controls across Azure and AWS, including IAM, network security groups, policies, and monitoring tools.
• Assist with Splunk dashboards, use cases, alerts, and data onboarding.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.
• Training and certification opportunities in security and cloud technologies.
• A collaborative environment working closely with Network and Systems Engineering teams.
• Modern, diverse technology stacks across on-prem, cloud, and remote network environments.

What This Job Offers

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