SECURITY TECHNOLOGIST

Our client is looking for an experienced security analyst to join our team.?In this role, you will support a game studio as part of the security team. If you are eager to strengthen your capabilities in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, this is the job for you!

Responsibilities:

• Act as Tier 2 to analyze security alerts and issues performing triage to confirm triage to confirm security incidents in various security tools.


• Investigate security incidents and determine root cause, impact, and next steps to mitigation.


• Work with various teams on security initiatives and ensure successful completion of work to remediate findings.


• Review and analyze vulnerability detections, collaborate with stakeholders to remediate issues, and ensure the successful closure of findings.


• Conduct software security reviews and provide recommendations on usage


• Update and maintain security processes and documentation ensuring completeness and accuracy.


• Provide support in completing projects and tasks aimed at addressing gaps or improving security tools.


• Fulfill Identity and Access Management requests and assist with related IAM projects as needed.


• Manage and triage security ticket queue


• Maintain current knowledge of tools and best practices in cyber security


• Participate in a 24/7 on call rotation when required.

Experience:

• 5+ years of experience in a technical role in the areas of Security Operations, Cyber Incident Response, Vulnerability Management, or other security focused role


• Knowledge of operating system mitigations & understanding security challenges in Windows and other Operating Systems


• Proficient understanding of cloud platforms such as Microsoft Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud.


• Proficiency in cloud security tools and services like Microsoft Defender for Endpoint and EntraID Security Center.


• Experience in vulnerability management processes and tools such as Rapid7 InsightVM, Tenable Nessus, Microsoft Defender Products including MDE, Qualys, Etc.


• Experience with endpoint protection processes and tools such as McAfee, Symantec, Microsoft Defender Products including MDE, etc.


• Knowledge of risk assessment methodologies such as FAIR, OCTAVE, NIST RMF


• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft tools and Office products


• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; detail-oriented, problem solver with strong initiative

Ideal Candidate:

• Experience in a development environment


• Knowledge of common application architectures


• Scripting experience such as PowerShell, Bash, Python (Automation)


• Experience with Linux Operating Systems


• Experience with IaC and PaC tools such as Terraform


• Knowledge of software asset management


• IT Security Certifications such as MSFT: SOAA, ASEA, Security+, CISSP, CCSP, GIAC, or GSEC

The target hiring compensation range for this role is $36.55 to $40.62 an hour. Compensation is based on several factors including, but not limited to education, relevant work experience, relevant certifications, and location.

About Aquent Talent:

Aquent Talent connects the best talent in marketing, creative, and design with the world’s biggest brands.

Our eligible talent get access to amazing benefits like subsidized health, vision, and dental plans, paid sick leave, and retirement plans with a match. We also offer free online training through Aquent Gymnasium. More information on our awesome benefits! 

Aquent is an equal-opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. We’re about creating an inclusive environment—one where different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued, and everyone can contribute, grow their careers, and thrive.