Security Analyst (MSSP / SIEM / Azure AD)

Job Title: Security Analyst (MSSP / SIEM / Azure AD)Location: Tallahassee, FLEmployment Type: Contract Job SummaryWe are seeking an experienced Security Analyst to support and enhance enterprise security operations in collaboration with a Managed Security Services Provider (MSSP), preferably Secureworks. The candidate will be responsible for monitoring, analyzing, and responding to security events while ensuring integration and health of security systems across the organization.Required Skills & ExperienceThe consultant must demonstrate:Minimum 4+ years of experience in Information Security or related domainExperience working in an MSSP environment (preferably Secureworks)Strong hands-on experience with:SIEM tools / log management systemsEvent collection, correlation, and analysisIdentity monitoring and security analyticsExperience in:Log source analysis and security monitoringIDS/IPS, firewalls, load balancers, and web gatewaysKnowledge of endpoint deployment tools such as:SCCM, Altiris, KACE, Ivanti, etc.Strong experience in:Microsoft Active Directory (on-prem & Azure AD – hybrid environment)User provisioning, account management, OU & group policiesKey ResponsibilitiesAct as the primary liaison between the Department and MSSP (Secureworks)Perform security event monitoring, analysis, and incident responseConduct advanced analysis of security incidents from MSSP and other toolsAssist in:Integration of security logs into SIEM/SOAR platformsDeployment and monitoring of endpoint security agentsMaintenance of IDS/IPS and log collection systemsSupport incident response activities (internal & external threats)Collaborate with security teams to improve monitoring capabilitiesProvide status reports and updates to managementReview and support enhancement of information security policiesPreferred Qualifications (Nice to Have)Experience with Secureworks MSSPExposure to SOAR platformsKnowledge of cloud security (Azure environment)Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills