Associate Security Analyst

2 Hours ago • All levels

Job Summary

Job Description

The Associate Security Analyst will investigate and defend against cybersecurity incidents like credential theft, phishing attacks, and business email compromise. This entry-level position involves monitoring detection systems, analyzing attack vectors, building client relationships, and collaborating with other teams. Responsibilities include utilizing various tools such as DNS tools, WhoIs records, open-source tools, and basic scripting. The role requires a strong understanding of internet inner workings and common internet attacks, with a focus on problem-solving and effective communication.

Must have:

Knowledge of IT industry or experience
Understanding of IP subnetting, DNS, and HTTP
Knowledge of common internet attacks and scams
Ability to solve complex problems
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Understanding of Unix/Linux command line

Good to have:

Phishing Mitigation/Incident Response experience
Fraud Investigation experience
Threat Hunting experience

Perks:

Competitive benefits and salaries
Personal and professional development
Flexibility

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Job Details

Whether you’re an experienced professional or just getting started, your contributions matter at Fortra. If you’re passionate about tackling meaningful challenges alongside talented team members committed to helping each other succeed, all while having lots of fun, we want to hear from you. We offer competitive benefits and salaries, personal and professional development opportunities, flexibility, and much more!

At Fortra, we’re breaking the attack chain. Ready to join us?

Responsible for investigating and defending against cybersecurity incidents such as credential theft phishing attacks, domain abuse, social media impersonations, business email compromise (BEC) attacks, and additional threats to the digital risk landscape. This is an entry-level position for someone passionate and knowledgeable about information and cyber security.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

Monitor internal proprietary detection systems for new attacks and validate malicious threats that are detected.
Monitor systems for attack reports from our clients and their customers.
Analyze potential attack vectors and explore resolution options.
Build relationships with partnering providers and clients alike.
Collaborate with across multiple teams to better protect and serve our clients.
Utilize various programs and tools including DNS tools, WhoIs records, open-source tools, basic scripting (Bash, GO, Python), Linux, and more!

QUALIFICATIONS

Relevant education or experience relating to the IT industry is preferred
Knowledge of Internet innerworkings such as IP subnetting, DNS, zone files, TLDs, HTTP, SMTP, etc.
Knowledge of common internet attacks to include various types of fraud, social engineering, and scams across different channels (including social media and mobile channels)
Ability to apply analytical concepts for solving complex problems
Ability to work well as part of a team
Excellent communication skills across verbal, written, and electronic communication channels
Self-motivated and passionate toward delighting our clients
Able to work with remote-based team members
Basic understanding of Unix/Linux command line
Phishing Mitigation/Incident Response, Fraud Investigation, Threat Hunting experience preferred.

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