Description

Neptune Technology Group Inc. is a technology company serving water utilities across North America. Since 1892, we have continually focused on the evolving needs of water utilities - revenue optimization, operational efficiencies, and improved customer service. With our portfolio of smart water meters, data collection systems and software, we make data actionable for our customers - so they can remain focused on the business of water. For additional information, please visit the company website at www.neptunetg.com .

Security Analyst

Position Summary

As a Security Analyst within Neptune's Security Operations Center (SOC), you will be responsible for monitoring, investigating, and responding to cybersecurity threats across Neptune's enterprise environment. You will investigate escalated alerts and detections, support incident response activities, coordinate with IT Operations and Engineering teams, and assist with the administration, configuration, and tuning of security tools.

The Security Analyst plays a critical role in protecting Neptune's systems, users, data, and business operations by identifying, containing, and mitigating cyber threats while supporting the continuous improvement of Neptune's security monitoring and response capabilities.

Responsibilities:

Security Monitoring & Threat Detection

Monitor security events, alerts, and detections across Neptune's security platforms

Investigate escalated alerts and suspicious activity identified through security monitoring tools

Analyze security events to determine legitimacy, impact, and required response actions

Identify indicators of compromise, malicious activity, and emerging threats

Perform threat hunting activities to proactively identify potential security risks

Monitor security dashboards and ensure timely response to security events

Incident Response & Investigation

Participate in cybersecurity incident response activities, including investigation, containment, eradication, and recovery

Perform initial triage and analysis of security incidents

Collect and analyze forensic artifacts, logs, and endpoint telemetry during investigations

Document findings, response actions, and lessons learned

Escalate incidents appropriately based on severity and impact

Support root cause analysis and post-incident reviews

Security Operations & Collaboration

Coordinate with IT Operations, Infrastructure, Engineering, and Application teams during investigations and remediation activities

Support vulnerability management efforts by identifying and tracking remediation activities

Assist with security reviews of systems, applications, and infrastructure

Participate in security projects and operational initiatives

Support security awareness and operational readiness efforts

Collaborate with Neptune's MSSP and third-party security partners during investigations

Security Tool Administration & Engineering

Support the configuration, administration, maintenance, and tuning of security tools

Assist with detection rule creation, tuning, and optimization

Validate security telemetry and log ingestion across monitoring platforms

Support security automation and orchestration initiatives

Participate in the deployment and implementation of new security technologies

Assist with dashboard creation, reporting, and security metrics development

Compliance & Governance Support

Support compliance initiatives aligned with NIST, CIS Controls, ISO 27001, and Roper Cybersecurity requirements

Assist with audit requests, evidence collection, and security documentation

Maintain incident records, procedures, and operational runbooks

Support continuous improvement of SOC processes and procedures

Relevant Platforms (experience with several expected):

CrowdStrike Falcon

Google SecOps (Chronicle)

Microsoft Defender

SIEM Platforms

Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) Platforms

Security Orchestration, Automation, and Response (SOAR)

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience)

2+ years of experience in cybersecurity, security operations, IT operations, or related technical field

Experience investigating security alerts, detections, and incidents

Understanding of security concepts including malware, phishing, identity attacks, vulnerabilities, and network security

Familiarity with SIEM, EDR, and security monitoring platforms

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment

Preferred Qualifications:

3+ years of Security Operations Center (SOC) experience

Experience with CrowdStrike Falcon, Google SecOps, Microsoft Defender, or similar platforms

Experience with incident response and digital forensics investigations

Experience with vulnerability management programs

Familiarity with MITRE ATT&CK Framework

Experience with cloud security technologies and environments

Knowledge of NIST Cybersecurity Framework and CIS Controls

Experience with scripting or automation (PowerShell, Python)

Certifications (One or More Preferred):

Security+

CySA+

GSEC

GCIH

GCIA

CISSP (Associate or Full)

SC-200

SC-900

CrowdStrike Certifications

Google SecOps Certifications

Years of Experience (IT, Security & Compliance)

2-5 years of Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Security Operations, Compliance, or Incident Response experience

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field preferred

Equivalent military, technical, or professional experience will be considered

Travel Requirements: Typically requires overnight travel less than 10% of the time.

Location: Duluth, GA, Tallassee, AL

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