CYBERSECURITY ANALYST II

Palco•Boston, MA

8h•Remote

About The Position

The Cybersecurity Analyst II plays an important role in protecting the organization’s assets through the use of advanced security tools and methodologies. This position involves assessing cloud infrastructure and applications to maintain policy compliance. This position also communicates cybersecurity improvements and provides strategic recommendations for cybersecurity decisions. Ultimately this position contributes to ensuring that the organization’s security posture remains robust and effective. This position is fully remote.

Requirements

Minimum 3 years of IT cybersecurity experience
Strong understanding of cybersecurity principles, threat landscapes, network protocols, and incident response processes relevant to cloud-based environments
Proficiency with security tools such as SIEM platforms, vulnerability scanners, and endpoint protection
Ability to analyze logs, investigate alerts, and perform forensic assessments on remotely managed systems
Hands-on experience with at least one major cloud platform (Microsoft Azure or Google Cloud preferred), including familiarity with cloud-native security controls, identity management, and logging capabilities
Experience working with Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) tools (such as Microsoft Defender for Endpoint, CrowdStrike, or SentinelOne) to investigate alerts, review endpoint telemetry, and support incident response activities
Excellent communication and collaboration skills for coordinating with IT and security teams across distributed locations
Ability to educate personnel regarding information security topics
Familiarity with regulatory and compliance frameworks such as NIST, GDPR, or HIPAA
Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, IT, or related field preferred. In lieu of a Bachelor’s degree, candidates with relevant cybersecurity certifications (Security+, CySA+, Microsoft Security Operations Analyst) may be considered.

Responsibilities

Monitor organizational networks and systems for security breaches or suspicious activity, ensuring proactive detection in a fully remote environment
Detect, analyze, and respond to cyber threats, vulnerabilities, and security incidents across distributed systems and remote endpoints
Conduct user access reviews and internal security audits to identify weaknesses and maintain security posture
Maintain accurate inventories of software and systems and related vulnerabilities
Recommend and implement security tools and protective measures to strengthen defenses for cloud‑based and remote-access environments
Maintain and update corporate security policies, procedures, and incident response plans optimized for remote work operations
Work with external teams to coordinate penetration tests and other security-related assessments, track findings, and support remediation efforts
Prepare clear and comprehensive reports documenting security incidents, findings, and mitigation steps
Maintain awareness of evolving cybersecurity threats and remote‑work attack vectors to anticipate and prevent breaches
Collaborate with application development and DevOps teams to communicate security requirements, participate in security reviews of new features or deployments, and escalate findings as appropriate
Manage identities involved in application and tool integrations

Benefits

Generous Paid time off.
Annual bonus potential.
Retirement Savings: We will support you as you save for your future.
Career Growth Opportunities: We help you thrive, so together, we can grow. We provide opportunities to advance your career with a vast portfolio of businesses and a global footprint.
Paid Training: Earn while you learn and continue to grow with access to internal and external learning opportunities.
Great Work Environment: We are proud of our company culture of collaboration and the recognition we have received for our diversity efforts.
Employer shared Health Insurance cost
Employer paid Disability Insurance
Employer paid Life and AD&D Insurance
Vision Insurance
Cancer Insurance
Voluntary Life Insurance
Paid Time Off
Remote work environment
Paid holidays