Cybersecurity Analyst I

Cybersecurity Analyst I

Location: Duluth, GA

Department: IT 

Reports to: Director of Cybersecurity & IT

Direct Reports: None

Type: Full-Time

Status: Non-Exempt

Schedule: Hybrid M-F (3-4 days in office; Friday remote) 

Compensation: $28.84 – $34.62 per hour

 

The Role

We're looking for a motivated, curious, and collaborative Cybersecurity Analyst I to join our growing Information Technology team.

This entry-level position is split approximately 70% cybersecurity and 30% IT helpdesk and technical support, giving you hands-on experience across multiple security disciplines while also serving as a key resource for employee technology needs.

Working alongside experienced cybersecurity professionals, you’ll dedicate the majority of your time to identity and access management, endpoint security, cloud and SaaS security, governance, security awareness, and the secure adoption of emerging AI technologies.

You’ll also serve as a frontline IT helpdesk resource — triaging employee tech issues, managing tickets, and supporting device and account workflows — while collaborating with technology teams and third-party security partners to strengthen IPA’s overall security posture.

If you're passionate about cybersecurity, enjoy solving problems, and are eager to learn in a fast-paced environment, we'd love to hear from you.

What You'll Do


* Support identity governance and least-privilege access management across corporate systems and SaaS applications.


* Assist with periodic user access reviews and security posture assessments.


* Help maintain endpoint security standards and device security baselines.


* Support the development and maintenance of cybersecurity policies, standards, and acceptable use requirements.


* Assist with vendor security reviews and third-party risk assessments.


* Track and report security metrics, risks, and program activities for leadership.


* Coordinate with third-party security providers on threat detection, investigations, and incident response activities.


* Support cloud security initiatives across Microsoft Azure and SaaS platforms.


* Evaluate access controls, governance practices, and security configurations while documenting findings for senior team review.


* Assist with governance and secure adoption of AI technologies by helping develop standards and evaluating security, privacy, and compliance considerations.


* Participate in security awareness initiatives and employee education efforts.


* Serve as an approachable cybersecurity resource by providing guidance to employees on day-to-day security questions.


* Stay informed on emerging cybersecurity threats, cloud technologies, AI security trends, and industry best practices.

 

What You Bring


* 0–2 years of cybersecurity experience or an equivalent combination of education, internships, and hands-on project experience.


* Foundational understanding of cybersecurity concepts i...