Threat Investigation Analyst

Sentinel•Downers Grove, IL

9d•$60,000 - $70,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Threat Investigation Analyst is a key member of the Threat Operations Team and serves as a first responder to cybersecurity incidents. This role is responsible for triaging, investigating, and responding to security alerts to protect customer environments. Analysts evaluate real-world logs, network traffic, and security artifacts to determine malicious versus benign activity and communicate findings clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Schedule: Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday | 4x10 (3:00 PM CST - 1:30 AM CST). Training will be Monday through Friday 8:30 AM CST - 5:00 PM CST, until we feel you are ready to be assigned to your dedicated shift. This position can be remote, with occasional onsite support required at our Downers Grove, IL headquarters.

Requirements

1+ years of experience in a Security Operations role (SOC, Incident Response, Threat Intel, Malware Analysis, IDS/IPS, etc.) preferred
Required minimum certifications: CompTIA Security+
Experience with SIEM platforms and security investigations
Experience performing daily system monitoring and health checks for various security products
Confident triaging alerts and reports of incidents
Familiarity with network, endpoint, and host-based security telemetry
Understanding of common and emerging attack techniques
Understanding basic network protocols and traffic flow in an enterprise environment
Strong attention to detail and documentation accuracy
The ability to communicate clearly with verbal and written skills
The candidate must have a car, as this position requires travel between location and the transportation of equipment
A valid driver’s license and proof of vehicle insurance will be required
Legally authorized to work in the US without sponsorship
Must demonstrate a “can-do” attitude
We focus on candidates that display our “ACE” factor – Attitude, Compassion, and Enthusiasm to deliver quality solutions with exceptional customer service.