Advantage.Tech

This position is 100% in-office and onsite in Charleston, WV. Remote work is not an option.

About Us

Advantage Technology is a leading IT and technology solutions provider with a reputation for delivering high-quality service across the region. We specialize in security, networking, structured cabling, telecommunications, and enterprise-level IT infrastructure.

As an Advantage Technology Junior Security Analyst, you will play a critical part in our incident response and threat detection efforts by managing and triaging all security alerts and tickets.

Key Responsibilities:

• Alert Triage: Act as the first point of contact for incoming security alerts, thoroughly reviewing and categorizing alerts based on severity and relevance.
• Incident Investigation: Conduct initial investigations into security incidents, assessing the nature and potential impact of each alert. Collaborate with senior analysts or incident response teams as needed.
• Ticket Management: Create and manage tickets for all security alerts, ensure accurate documentation, and tracking of incidents throughout their lifecycle.
• Prioritization: Prioritize alerts based on severity, potential impact, and threat relevance, ensuring the most critical incidents receive immediate attention.
• Resolution and Remediation: Collaborate with other security teams to provide recommendations for remediation and assist in implementing necessary actions to mitigate threats.
• Continuous Monitoring: Monitor security dashboards and logs to identify trends, anomalies, or emerging threats that may require further investigation.
• Documentation: Maintain comprehensive records of all security incidents, actions taken, and resolution outcomes for reporting and auditing purposes.
• Reporting: Assist in the preparation of incident reports, documenting the root cause, impact, and lessons learned from security incidents.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Entry-level or limited experience in cybersecurity.
• Basic knowledge of security tools, systems, and technologies.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Eager to learn and stay up to date with the latest cybersecurity threats and trends.
• Relevant industry certifications (e.g., CompTIA Security+, CEH, etc.) are advantageous.