Junior IT Security Administrator

Description

The Junior IT Security Administrator will help to implement security controls, conduct audits, and support security awareness initiatives to safeguard our systems from cyber threats. This role will also support the Help Desk as needed by providing technical assistance to end users.

Responsibilities:

• Monitor and analyze network traffic, system logs, and alerts from security tools (such as firewalls, IDS/IPS) to detect signs of suspicious or malicious activity.
• Assist in the investigation and resolution of security incidents, including malware infections, phishing attacks, and unauthorized access.
• Conduct system vulnerability and compliance assessments and remediation across OS, Cloud, and Infrastructure
• Implement and monitor basic security controls such as access control lists, antivirus solutions, and encryption technologies.
• Conduct regular audits and reviews of user access, ensuring compliance with security policies and best practices.
• Assist with the creation and delivery of security awareness training programs, helping employees recognize and respond to cyber threats.
• Prepare reports on security incidents and trends, providing analysis and recommendations for mitigating future risks.
• Perform remote trouble shooting through diagnostic techniques and pertinent questions.
• Determine the best solution for the issue and walk the employee through the problem-solving process or perform the process directly
• Direct unresolved issues to the next level of support personnel
• Record events/problems/resolutions within the internal tracking system

Qualifications

• Network troubleshooting and infrastructure experience including firewalls (CISCO)
• Security hardening on Azure Active Directory
• Prior experience in backup strategy and implementation specifically with ransomware concerns
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, with the ability to work in a team environment.
• Prior Help Desk Support experience
• Minimum of 2 years experience managing, configuring, and troubleshooting Azure Active Directory
• Minimum of 2 years experience in a variety of cybersecurity technologies including Crowdstrike and Microsoft Intune
• Bachelor’s degree in IT or Cyber Security preferred
• Ability to work a schedule that may include evenings/weekends/holidays
• Position requires some in-office hours in Fort Washington, PA.