About Careertakes

👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, IT.

Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

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What You’ll Do

Build foundational cybersecurity experience while supporting security operations across threat intelligence, incident response, detection tuning, endpoint and network security, and basic security automation. As an entry-level Security Analyst you will:

• Monitor and analyze threat intelligence feeds and OSINT to identify emerging threats.
• Conduct proactive hunts and searches for suspicious network and endpoint behavior.
• Review firewall, server, and endpoint logs to identify indicators of compromise and escalate as needed.
• Assist with initial triage and containment of security incidents using frameworks such as NIST and MITRE ATT&CK.
• Collaborate with senior analysts to refine SIEM queries, detection rules, and Defender for Endpoint configurations.
• Gather and analyze logs/alert data to determine incident scope and severity; document findings.
• Support vulnerability management tasks: review reports, prioritize remediation, and assist with patching workflows.
• Use tools such as SCCM, Group Policy, and PowerShell to support endpoint configuration and automation.
• Help create incident reports, after-action reviews, process documentation, and security awareness content.

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Required Qualifications

• Understanding of core security concepts and basic computer & network fundamentals.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to communicate effectively within a mid-sized team.
• Availability for Saturday and Sunday evening shifts after training is mandatory.

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Preferred Qualifications

• 1+ year experience in server or network administration or an IT security-focused role.
• Familiarity with SIEM tools and endpoint security platforms.
• Experience with PowerShell, Group Policy, SCCM, or other endpoint management tools.
• Knowledge of vulnerability management and cloud security fundamentals.
• Bachelor’s degree in IT, Computer Science, Cybersecurity or related field.
• Certifications (not required but prioritized): GSEC, GCIH, Security+, Network+.

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What You’ll Gain

• Hands-on training across incident response, threat hunting, SIEM, and endpoint security.
• Mentorship from experienced analysts and clear career progression paths into mid-level SOC or threat roles.
• Exposure to industry best practices (NIST, MITRE ATT&CK) and practical tools used in real-world environments.
• Benefits package may include medical, dental, vision, paid time off, 401(k) matching, life/disability coverage, and professional development opportunities (actual benefits administered by the confidential client).

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Work Location & Schedule

• Location: Blythewood, SC (on-site / client-location as specified by the confidential client).
• Employment type: Full-time, Permanent.
• Evening weekend coverage (Saturday & Sunday evenings) required after training.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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