Information Security Analyst

Responsibilities

• Monitor network, endpoint, and identity telemetry using SIEM platforms like Splunk, Kibana, or Microsoft Sentinel
• Perform alert triage, log analysis, and network traffic interpretation to distinguish genuine threats from false positives
• Serve as a first responder for security incidents, conducting digital forensics and breach assessments
• Operate and tune SOC monitoring tools, including Microsoft Defender, and leverage AI-assisted tooling for detection and response
• Automate workflows and detection support using Python 3 and PowerShell scripting
• Assist in maintaining firewall rulesets and managing vulnerability assessment programs
• Mentor and oversee student SOC employees, providing training on investigation techniques and documentation standards

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Security, Computer Science, or a related field
• 5+ years of experience in Information Technology
• 2+ years of experience in Information Security or Cybersecurity
• Hands-on experience with SOC operations, including IDS/EDR alert triage and log analysis
• Proficiency in Python 3 scripting for automation
• Experience with firewall management and network security fundamentals
• Experience with Microsoft Entra ID administration and PowerShell

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Microsoft Defender for Endpoint and Microsoft security stack (Sentinel, Purview, XDR)
• Proficiency in KQL (Kusto Query Language)
• Experience with Linux system administration
• Knowledge of digital forensics at a first-responder level
• Familiarity with AI-assisted security tools (e.g., Copilot) and AI-enhanced SIEM features

About the Company

Syracuse University is a private, international research university with a pioneering history dating back to 1870. Located in the heart of New York State, the university offers a diverse academic environment with over 200 majors and a global footprint of alumni in 160 countries.