IT Security Analyst

Innovate, Impact, inspire – Your future begins here!

ABOUT US: At Nexus Cognitive, we are at the forefront of technological innovation, driving transformative solutions in the world of data and analytics. Our mission is to enable your business to harness the power of big data, transforming complex data sets into actionable insights that disrupt industries and deliver a competitive advantage for our clients. We are trusted advisor that handles the heavy lifting of big data management and governance, so our clients can focus on making informed, strategic decisions that drive growth and innovation. Nexus Cognitive firmly grasps the transformative power of data and artificial intelligence. We have a spirited team of employees across the U.S. dedicated to redefining the boundaries of technology and cognitive solutions.

THE OPPORTUNITY: As we continue our journey, we are building a team of sharp, intelligent innovators who can move fast with great agility and passion. We are currently searching for an IT Security Analyst to join our high-performing IT team. You will contribute to deploying new security features and rapidly responding to and resolving operational issues. The ideal candidate will be a proactive problem solver with strong technical skills and meticulous attention to detail. This person will be intellectually curious with relentless desire to learn the latest modern cloud (Azure) IT infrastructure platforms and patterns.

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

• Contribute to constant innovation by identifying and implement new solutions and tools to improve IT infrastructure and application automation, availability, and security
• Manage and maintain IT infrastructure, including servers, workstations, networks, and cloud systems to ensure smooth operation
• Conduct regular maintenance and updates of software and hardware systems, ensuring peak performance
• Administer Azure Entra ID, group policies, user permissions, and access controls
• Support end-users by troubleshooting hardware and software issues and providing timely resolutions
• Ensure compliance with IT and data governance policies, documenting processes and maintaining necessary documentation
• Monitor network and system activity using security tools (preferably Datadog, MS Defender) to detect potential security breaches or vulnerabilities.
• Support security investigation alerts, incidents, and breaches, document findings and coordinating responses.
• Update, maintain, and enforce IT security policies and procedures, educating staff on security best practices.
• Collaborate with the IT and Security teams to conduct regular penetration testing, patch management, and incident response exercises.
• Participate in project and scrum planning prioritization
• Design procedures for system troubleshooting and maintenance
• Deploy updates and fixes, and provide Level 2 technical support
• Manage/Implement periodic reporting KPI’s on platform performance, availability and efficiency

WHO YOU ARE:

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Cybersecurity or a related field
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Azure and Office 365 cloud infrastructure
• Foundational knowledge in Containerization, and Kubernetes
• Fundamental understanding of basic networking concepts including VPN, DNS, Routing, Firewalls, and Load-Balancing
• Foundational knowledge of security operations, any technologies such as Splunk or Datadog is a plus.
• Must have a passion for learning and strong desire to understand enterprise architecture and infrastructure design fundamentals
• Working knowledge of security concepts including access control, directory services, and authentication/integration (OAuth, SAML, and OpenID)
• Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and self-learning initiative
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Preferred certification in Microsoft Azure Administration, Azure Security Engineer, CISSP, CEH

WHY NEXUS COGNITIVE: At Nexus Cognitive, you’ll be stepping into a youthful, and vibrant work culture. Our work environment thrives on teamwork, creativity, and the shared ambition to redefine what’s possible. Our team is our greatest asset, and we are deeply committed to fostering a collaborative, supportive and dynamic atmosphere where every voice is valued, and every team member can flourish. We understand that our success hinges not just on the quality of our work but also on the well-being of our team members