Job DescriptionThe Cyber Security Analyst I is a growth-track role for someone early in their cybersecurity career who wants to work in a real DIB environment, learn CMMC and NIST 800-171 from the inside, and gain hands-on experience with the full Microsoft security stack. The analyst works alongside a senior analyst and the Information & Cyber Security Manager, supporting day-to-day security operations, evidence collection, user lifecycle management, and program documentation.
ResponsibilitiesEssential functions - job duties to include but are not limited to; other duties as assigned.
Job duties to include but are not limited to;- Security Operations Support: Triage Defender alerts, monitor phishing simulation results, review Entra ID sign-in risk events, and escalate anomalies to the senior analyst.
- Vulnerability Tracking: Pull weekly vulnerability reports from Defender and Nessus, update the tracker, and follow up with remediation owners on overdue items.
- Documentation and Evidence: Keep evidence folders current for NIST 800-171 and CMMC controls. Update procedures, screenshots, and checklists as systems change.
- Policy Support: Assist the senior analyst in drafting and updating policies and procedures; own version control, review cycle, and distribution.
- Training and Awareness: Support the monthly phishing simulation program, track completion of annual security training, and follow up with incomplete users.
- Tickets and Access Requests: Own the security-ticket queue for access requests, exceptions, and general security questions from the business.
- Program Development: Shadow the senior analyst and manager on incident response, audits, and policy work; work toward CMMC RP / Security+ / SC-200 within the first year.
- Other Duties: Other duties as assigned.
QualificationsEducation RequirementsRequired Education and Experience: Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Systems, IT, or related field OR equivalent combination of certifications, internship experience, and demonstrable hands-on skills.
Years of Experience: - 0-2 years of professional experience. Internships, lab work, home-lab projects, IT help-desk time, and military IT experience are all considered.
Additional Qualifications: - Familiarity with the Microsoft 365 admin center and eagerness to go deeper.
- Clear writing skills - ability to take a verbal explanation and produce a procedure a coworker can follow.
Preferred Education and Experience:- CompTIA Security+ or A+/Network+ on the path to Security+.
- Coursework, certifications, or lab work in NIST 800-171, CMMC, or the Risk Management Framework.
- Any Microsoft fundamentals certification (SC-900, MS-900, AZ-900).
- Exposure to ticketing systems (ServiceNow, Jira) or documentation platforms (SharePoint, Confluence).
- Basic PowerShell or KQL - willingness to learn is more important than current proficiency.
Technical Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Microsoft 365 admin center
- Defender for Endpoint
- Entra ID
- vulnerability tracking
- Documentation and evidence management
- Ticketing systems.
Additional InformationWe offer...Join us and we'll help build your career, with excellent training and opportunities for career growth across the business, both locally and globally. You'll experience an inclusive environment, with strong leadership and a focus on safety and wellbeing. You'll also have the flexibility to choose from a wide range of benefits to suit your lifestyle, offering you and your family support from a health and wellbeing, financial and lifestyle perspective.
Join us and work for a world-leader, with the benefits and training to reward your dedication and skills. Be part of a team where we are making the world a safer place.The total compensation for this position ranges from $76,463 - $114,694/yr (Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, & abilities of the applicant and the alignment with the internal team & market data). This role offers a competitive Business Profit Plan. This position includes a competitive benefits package. The comprehensive benefits package includes medical, dental & vision insurance; 401(k) with company match; paid time off; and other benefits. For details, please visit the Rewards & Benefits tab on our main careers page at Careers / Smiths Detection.
