The final salary or hourly wage, as applicable, paid to each candidate/applicant for this position is ultimately dependent on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate’s/applicant’s qualifications, skills, and level of experience as well as the geographical location of the position.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Sponsorship not available.

Our client is seeking a Security Operations Analyst in Seattle, WA.

Role Description
As a Junior Security Analyst, you will support the SOC in triaging and analyzing security alerts from a variety of tools and platforms. This entry-level role requires a solid understanding of security fundamentals, technical proficiency, and the ability to implement established procedures to respond to incidents. You will work with guidance from more senior team members and will have the opportunity to mentor and train new peers. The role involves handling day-to-day tasks independently and contributing to ongoing team objectives. This position includes 12-hour shifts on an alternate schedule with on-call duties every third week.

• Entry-level experience or internship in IT or information security.
• A basic understanding of security principles and technologies, such as SIEM, EDR, and incident response protocols.
• Some experience with monitoring tools such as Splunk, CrowdStrike, or similar security platforms.
• Ability to independently handle routine security events using established procedures.
• A proactive and collaborative attitude, with a focus on learning and development.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize tasks under deadlines.
• A willingness to assist with training junior analysts and share knowledge within the team.
• A focus on implementing procedures and solving problems within established standards.

Skills & Requirements

• 0-1 years of experience in information security, with hands-on work or academic experience.
• Familiarity with security tools like SIEM (e.g., Splunk) and EDR platforms (e.g., CrowdStrike).
• Basic understanding of operating systems (Windows, Linux/Unix, MacOS) and network security fundamentals.
• Familiarity with basic scripting (e.g., Python, Bash).
• Exposure to cloud security tools and technologies.
• Experience in applying security frameworks such as NIST or ISO 27001.
• At least one industry certification, such as Security+, Network+, or similar, or willingness to pursue certifications

Benefits/Other Compensation

This position is a contract/temporary role where Hays offers you the opportunity to enroll in full medical benefits, dental benefits, vision benefits, 401K and Life Insurance ($20,000 benefit).

Why Hays?

You will be working with a professional recruiter who has intimate knowledge of the industry and market trends. Your Hays recruiter will lead you through a thorough screening process in order to understand your skills, experience, needs, and drivers. You will also get support on resume writing, interview tips, and career planning, so when there’s a position you really want, you’re fully prepared to get it.

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Hays is committed to building a thriving culture of diversity that embraces people with different backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better we serve our candidates, clients, and employees. We are an equal employment opportunity employer, and we comply with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, creed, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, marital status, genetic information, HIV-positive status, as well as any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. One of Hays’ guiding principles is ‘do the right thing’.
We also believe that actions speak louder than words.
In that regard, we train our staff on ensuring inclusivity throughout the entire recruitment process and counsel our clients on these principles. If you have any questions about Hays or any of our processes, please contact us.

In accordance with applicable federal, state, and local law protecting qualified individuals with known disabilities, Hays will attempt to reasonably accommodate those individuals unless doing so would create an undue hardship on the company. Any qualified applicant or consultant with a disability who requires an accommodation in order to perform the essential functions of the job should call or text 813.336.5570.

Drug testing may be required; please contact a recruiter for more information.

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