Cybersecurity Specialist, AZ

Key Responsibilities

• Continuously monitor network traffic, system logs, endpoint detection, and other cybersecurity systems and alerts to identify potential threats and vulnerabilities.
• Respond to and investigate cybersecurity alerts, data breaches, and network intrusions, executing incident response tasks.
• Conduct reviews of vulnerability assessments to identify and mitigate security weaknesses.
• Create and address cybersecurity tickets supporting internal and external cybersecurity organization tasks based on process procedures and verbal guidance.
• Contribute to briefings and reports for management reviews and compliance audits.
• Provide input to standard operating procedures to improve cybersecurity tool productivity and operations.
• Work with IT and product development teams to support cybersecurity operations, risk mitigations, and protections.
• Build, maintain, and promote relationships with team members, peers across disciplines, and all other company team members, ensuring effective coordination of communications and services affecting clients.
• Attend webinars and training to stay up to date on best practices.
• Complete projects and other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Strong knowledge of network protocols, operating systems, and security technologies.
• Experience with security tools (e.g., SIEM, IDS/IPS, firewalls) as a tool administrator or engineer strongly desired.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills with the ability to assess and mitigate risks.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to convey complex technical information to non-technical stakeholders.
• Keen attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and collaborate with cross-functional groups.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or 4+ years equivalent combination of experience in a related field.
• Skills, education (including other relevant non-traditional degree programs, certifications, or job training programs) preferred.
• Entry-level cybersecurity certification preferred (e.g., Security +, CEH).

Work Environment

• On-site in Chandler, Arizona, 5 days a week during normal working hours.
• Primarily involves sitting for extended periods.
• Frequent use of hands and fingers to operate computer equipment.
• Occasional walking throughout the office.
• Ability to read and analyze data on a computer screen and in printed materials.
• Minimal physical lifting required.