This is not a "sit behind a dashboard and escalate tickets" cybersecurity role. This is a true hands-on Cybersecurity Analyst opportunity for someone who wants ownership, visibility, and impact.
This individual will be the primary cybersecurity resource for the organization, supported by an internal infrastructure team and outsourced security partners. Direct hire in Warrenville, and it's a hybrid position!
What you will do:
Support day-to-day cybersecurity operations and GRC activities
Monitor security tools and respond to security incidents
Strengthen security across cloud, endpoint, email, identity, vendor, and compliance environments
Support cybersecurity audits and audit remediation activities
Write, maintain, and update cybersecurity policies, standards, and procedures
Establish and monitor cybersecurity standards
Lead security awareness training and coordinate phishing simulation exercises
Support vendor risk assessments and compliance program coordination
Manage cybersecurity documentation and change management coordination
Identify risks, weaknesses, and remediation opportunities through risk assessments and threat modeling
Work closely with IT teams, business leaders, executives, and outside security partners
Translate technical cybersecurity risk into practical business guidance
Required experience:
5 10 years of cybersecurity experience
Must have hands-on experience with CrowdStrike Falcon EDR, MDR, Vulnerability Management, or similar platforms
Microsoft Azure and Entra ID, including identity, conditional access, and cloud security
Hands-on experience with Microsoft 365 Security, including Defender, Compliance Center, Purview, or similar tools
Hands-on experience with Zscaler ZPA, zero-trust network access, or similar platforms
Strong understanding of cybersecurity governance, risk, and compliance practices
Experience writing and maintaining cybersecurity policies, standards, and procedures
Experience performing or supporting cybersecurity audits
Strong documentation, communication, and stakeholder management skills
Ability to work with technical teams and business leaders to identify and remediate security risks
Compensation, Benefits, and Schedule
Annual salary range: $110K $140K
Full benefits package included
Hybrid schedule with onsite work Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday
Interested or know someone who may be a fit? Please message me directly b p e n n e y @ s i e r r a i t s . c o m if you like with the headline bus.
Thank you!
SierraITS