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Threat Intelligence & Incident Response
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Responsibilities
Monitor and analyze security events, incidents, and vulnerabilities to identify potential threats and risks to the organization’s IT infrastructure.
Support the Threat Intelligence and Incident Response team.
Utilize Microsoft Defender for cloud, identity, and email security.
Respond to security incidents in a timely and effective manner, following the incident response process and procedures.
Collect, analyze, and preserve digital evidence related to security incidents.
Develop and maintain incident response plans, procedures, and playbooks.
Participate in tabletop exercises, drills, and simulations to test the organization’s incident response plans and procedures.
Provide technical support and guidance to IT staff and end-users on security‑related issues.
Stay up‑to‑date with the latest security technologies, trends, and threats to recommend best practices and solutions to enhance the organization’s security posture.
Understand the MITRE ATT&CK framework.
Qualifications & Skills
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field.
3 to 5 years of experience in IT security, focusing on security operations or incident response.
Knowledge of security technologies (firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, antivirus software, vulnerability assessment tools).
Experience conducting incident response and investigations.
Familiarity with security frameworks such as NIST, ISO, and CIS.
Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
Experience creating alerts and content in Splunk (or other security tools) is a plus.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment.
Relevant certifications (CompTIA Security+, CISSP, CEH) preferred.
Key Skills: security, threat, Splunk, incident response.
Experience Level Intermediate Level
Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level
Job Type & Location Contract position based out of Chicago, IL. Hybrid work arrangement.
Pay and Benefits Pay range: $65.00 – $70.00 /hr.
Benefits may include medical, dental & vision; critical illness, accident and hospital coverage; 401(k) plan; life insurance; disability; health spending account; transportation benefits; employee assistance program; paid time off.
Company TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company that partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity, working with over 6,000 clients worldwide.
Equal Opportunity Employer TEKsystems is an equal‑opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any characteristic protected by law.
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Threat Intelligence & Incident Response
role at
TEKsystems
Responsibilities
Monitor and analyze security events, incidents, and vulnerabilities to identify potential threats and risks to the organization’s IT infrastructure.
Support the Threat Intelligence and Incident Response team.
Utilize Microsoft Defender for cloud, identity, and email security.
Respond to security incidents in a timely and effective manner, following the incident response process and procedures.
Collect, analyze, and preserve digital evidence related to security incidents.
Develop and maintain incident response plans, procedures, and playbooks.
Participate in tabletop exercises, drills, and simulations to test the organization’s incident response plans and procedures.
Provide technical support and guidance to IT staff and end-users on security‑related issues.
Stay up‑to‑date with the latest security technologies, trends, and threats to recommend best practices and solutions to enhance the organization’s security posture.
Understand the MITRE ATT&CK framework.
Qualifications & Skills
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field.
3 to 5 years of experience in IT security, focusing on security operations or incident response.
Knowledge of security technologies (firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, antivirus software, vulnerability assessment tools).
Experience conducting incident response and investigations.
Familiarity with security frameworks such as NIST, ISO, and CIS.
Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
Experience creating alerts and content in Splunk (or other security tools) is a plus.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment.
Relevant certifications (CompTIA Security+, CISSP, CEH) preferred.
Key Skills: security, threat, Splunk, incident response.
Experience Level Intermediate Level
Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level
Job Type & Location Contract position based out of Chicago, IL. Hybrid work arrangement.
Pay and Benefits Pay range: $65.00 – $70.00 /hr.
Benefits may include medical, dental & vision; critical illness, accident and hospital coverage; 401(k) plan; life insurance; disability; health spending account; transportation benefits; employee assistance program; paid time off.
Company TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company that partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity, working with over 6,000 clients worldwide.
Equal Opportunity Employer TEKsystems is an equal‑opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any characteristic protected by law.
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