Security Analyst

Security AnalystWe're a growing Managed Services Provider (MSP) dedicated to supporting credit unions with their IT and cybersecurity needs. Our mission is simple: keep our clients' technology secure, reliable, and running smoothly so they can focus on serving their members. We value teamwork, curiosity, and innovation, and we believe that doing great work should also be fun. If you're eager to build your cybersecurity career in a supportive, fast-growing environment, you'll feel right at home here.The Position: The Security Analyst is an entry-level cybersecurity professional responsible for monitoring, analyzing, and supporting our client's organization's security. This role focuses on operational security and works closely with outsourced Security Operations Centers (SOCs), internal Information Security Officers (ISOs/vCISOs), and third-party vendors. You'll help identify threats, respond to incidents, support compliance efforts, and promote security awareness across our client base—primarily within the financial services industry.What You'll Do:Monitor Security Systems.Continuously review dashboards, logs, and alerts using SIEM tools to detect suspicious or malicious activity.Coordinate Incident Response Work with client SOCs and IT teams to escalate, track, and resolve security incidents in a timely and effective manner.Analyze Network & Security Logs Examine logs from technologies such as SASE and Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA) to identify unauthorized access or abnormal behavior.Identify & Document Threats Detect, document, and report abnormal activities, potential breaches, and indicators of compromise (IOCs).Vendor Collaboration Coordinate with third-party vendors to support security requirements and initiatives under the guidance of the ISO or vCISO.Vulnerability Assessment Perform regular vulnerability scans and assist in identifying weaknesses, misconfigurations, and remediation opportunities.Compliance Monitoring Help identify gaps in compliance with company policies and industry standards, including GLBA and PCI-DSS, and recommend corrective actions.Audit Support Assist with internal and external audits by gathering and organizing security evidence and documentation.Security Awareness Training Support the delivery of security awareness training and initiatives for clients in collaboration with the ISO/CISO.What You Bring To Pure IT:A foundational understanding of cybersecurity concepts, including threat detection, incident response, and risk management.Familiarity with networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, DNS, firewalls, VPNs).Basic experience with or exposure to security tools, log analysis, or alert triage.Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.Ability to document findings clearly and communicate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders.A willingness to learn, ask questions, and grow in a fast-paced environment.Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks or priorities.A collaborative mindset and a customer-focused approach to security.Bonus Points For:Experience with: SIEM: DefenseStorm, Adlumin, Arctic WolfVulnerability Management: ConnectSecure, Qualys, Nessus, FootprintsSASE: CatoFirewalls / IPS: Cisco Umbrella, Fortinet FortiGate, Palo Alto PanoramaEmail Security: Microsoft Defender, Mimecast, Zix, ProofpointEmail Authentication: DMARC, SPF, DKIMIndustry certifications such as: CompTIA Security+ISC² Certified in Cybersecurity (CC)ISC² SSCPPrior experience supporting credit unions or financial institutionsWhy You'll Love Working With Us:A collaborative and friendly team that supports each other.Opportunities for growth, training, and certification support.Flexible hybrid work schedule with a mix of remote and on-site work (on-site days are Wednesday and Thursday only).Competitive salary, great benefits, and the chance to work with cutting-edge technology.Work EnvironmentLocation: Tomball, TXYou will be joining a team that is modernizing how we deliver projects and managed services. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in real world engineering constraints while contributing to a shift toward cleaner, more scalable, and more automated operations.