Information Security Operations Analyst

On behalf of our client, Affinity is seeking an Information Security Operations Analyst, to play a key role in supporting their cybersecurity operations, ensuring the protection of sensitive data and systems. This is a fully remote, contract-based role operating in Pacific Standard Time (PST) hours, focused on leveraging advanced security tools to monitor, analyze, and respond to threats in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyze security events using Microsoft Sentinel and Microsoft Log Analytics to identify and mitigate potential threats.
• Implement and manage security workflows within Microsoft Log Analytics to enhance operational efficiency.
• Deploy and maintain Microsoft Defender XDR for comprehensive threat detection and response across endpoints, cloud, and applications.
• Administer Crowdstrike EDR to ensure robust endpoint protection and incident response.
• Configure and manage Palo Alto PAN-OS hardware and cloud-based Next-Generation Firewalls (NGFW) to secure network traffic.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support incident response, threat hunting, and security policy enforcement.
• Provide detailed reports and recommendations to improve the client’s security posture.
• Stay current with emerging cyber threats and industry best practices to enhance operational processes.
  
  

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in information security operations or a related field.
• 2+ years hands-on expertise with Microsoft Sentinel for security information and event management (SIEM).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Log Analytics and Workflows for security monitoring and automation.
• Experience with Microsoft Defender XDR for threat detection and response.
• Strong knowledge of Crowdstrike EDR for endpoint security management.
• Expertise in configuring and managing Palo Alto PAN-OS, hardware, and cloud-based NGFW solutions.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently in a remote environment.
• Strong communication skills to collaborate with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
  
  

Nice-to-Have Skills

• Familiarity with Microsoft Purview for eDiscovery and compliance management.
• Experience with Fortinet FortiAnalyzer and FortiGate for network security analytics and firewall management.
• Knowledge of Cisco ISE for identity-based network access control.
• Proficiency with KnowBe4 for security awareness training and phishing simulation.
• Experience with F5 Big-IP for application delivery and security.
• Familiarity with Juniper MIST for cloud-managed networking and security.
  
  

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About Affinity:

Affinity Group is a technology and business consulting and services company. We believe in creating long term relationships between clients and consultants that foster a mutually beneficial partnership. Affinity is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need.

For more information on Affinity, please visit www.affinity-group.ca

Job Number: 12419