Cyber Security Analyst

CDW is pleased to be partnering with one of their clients on a Cybersecurity Analyst opportunity. The Cybersecurity Analyst supports the cybersecurity program by monitoring security events, conducting incident investigations, and managing vulnerabilities to protect enterprise systems and data. This role involves collaboration with various teams to ensure effective security controls and continuous improvement of security processes.

Responsibilities:

• Monitor security events and alerts in coordination with the SOC and serve as a primary investigator for security incidents. Escalate significant incidents to the Senior Cybersecurity Manager and support containment, remediation, and documentation efforts
• Support the configuration, tuning, and day-to-day administration of cybersecurity platforms (EDR, SIEM, email security, vulnerability management, etc.) to ensure effective detection and response
• Assist in the collection and reporting of cybersecurity metrics, contributing to trend analysis and operational performance reporting
• Conduct vulnerability assessments and support risk remediation tracking across business units, ensuring findings are documented and addressed in a timely manner
• Maintain incident response documentation, playbooks, and supporting materials. Participate in tabletop exercises and contribute to after-action documentation
• Support global security governance initiatives by helping implement security standards across internal systems, product environments, and connected technologies (IoT)
• Follow and help maintain internal security policies, operational procedures, and technical standards. Recommend improvements based on operational insights
• Collaborate with infrastructure, application, and business teams to support secure configurations, system hardening, and adherence to security best practices
• Assist in the evaluation and onboarding of security tools by performing testing, validation, and operational readiness tasks
• Provide technical input and operational support during internal audits, compliance assessments, and regulatory reviews
• Participate in third-party security reviews by gathering documentation, validating control implementations, and tracking remediation items
• Promote security awareness through daily interactions, reinforcing secure practices and helping identify potential areas of risk within the organization

Requirements:

• 2–5 years of experience in IT systems support or a similar role
• Relevant certifications such as CompTIA Security+, CC, or OSCP
• Strong understanding of on-premises and cloud-based applications, network infrastructure, and end-user computing
• Familiarity with IT service management (ITSM) principles and tools
• Proficiency in troubleshooting hardware, software, and network issues across Windows-based environments
• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and resolve issues in a timely manner
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills
• Local or regional travel may be required to support nearby divisions