Cybersecurity Analyst

Responsibilities

• Monitor security alerts from tools such as SIEM, EDR, cloud security, and identity platforms
• Perform initial alert triage and validation to determine if alerts are true or false positives
• Investigate security events by reviewing logs, indicators, and contextual data
• Create and update incident tickets with findings, actions taken, and status
• Follow defined SOC runbooks and procedures for incident response
• Escalate confirmed or complex incidents to Tier 2 analysts for deeper investigation
• Assist in basic threat intelligence checks, such as IP/domain reputation lookups
• Support vulnerability tracking and remediation coordination
• Participate in shift handovers and maintain proper documentation of ongoing incidents
• Contribute to reducing false positives through feedback and alert tuning

Requirements

• Degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field
• Basic understanding of networking concepts including TCP/IP, DNS, and HTTP
• Familiarity with security concepts such as malware, phishing, and access control
• Exposure to security tools such as SIEM, EDR, or log monitoring platforms
• Hands-on experience in cybersecurity or IT operations
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to follow processes and document findings clearly
• Good communication skills for coordination and escalation

Preferred Qualifications

• Security+ or CEH (basic level) certifications

About the Company

Cornerstone powers the potential of organizations and their people to thrive in a changing world. Cornerstone Galaxy, the complete AI-powered workforce agility platform, meets organizations where they are by identifying skills gaps, providing development opportunities, and helping to build high-performing, future-ready organizations. Over 7,000 organizations and 100 million+ users worldwide rely on Cornerstone to learn, grow, and advance.