Security Analyst

Responsibilities

Kforce has a client that is seeking a Security Analyst in Utah Valley, UT. Summary: We are seeking a Security Analyst to help build and mature a growing cybersecurity program within a technology-driven organization. This role will be responsible for implementing security tools, monitoring risks, managing vulnerabilities, supporting incident response efforts, and driving security best practices across the business. The ideal candidate is hands-on, proactive, and excited by the opportunity to make a measurable impact on an evolving security program. Responsibilities:

• Lead deployment and administration of endpoint security solutions across the organization's device fleet
• Monitor, investigate, and triage security alerts in partnership with security service providers
• Develop, test, and maintain incident response procedures and documentation
• Support investigation, documentation, and escalation of security incidents
• Manage vulnerability identification, prioritization, and remediation tracking
• Administer and review identity and access controls, including MFA and conditional access policies
• Coordinate phishing simulations and security awareness initiatives
• Support security assessments, risk evaluations, and remediation planning efforts
• Partner with infrastructure and operations teams to improve security monitoring, logging, and network security controls
• Produce security metrics, reports, and recommendations for leadership

Requirements

• Security+ certification or equivalent cybersecurity knowledge
• 2+ years of experience in cybersecurity, IT operations, or technical support with security responsibilities
• Hands-on experience with Microsoft security technologies, including Defender, Entra ID, Intune, or related platforms
• Understanding of security fundamentals, incident response, vulnerability management, and access controls
• Knowledge of networking concepts including TCP/IP, DNS, firewalls, and VLANs
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to assess risks, make sound decisions, and appropriately escalate issues

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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