$20 - $27.5
Job Description
A growing organization focused on enterprise technology, digital resilience, and cybersecurity operations is seeking a Junior Threat Detection Analyst to join its security team. This opportunity is ideal for individuals who are passionate about cybersecurity and eager to gain hands-on experience investigating security alerts, analyzing suspicious activity, and helping protect critical business systems.
As a member of the operations team, you'll work in a fast-paced environment responsible for identifying potential threats, validating security events, and supporting incident response efforts. You'll collaborate with experienced cybersecurity professionals while building exposure to enterprise security tools, network monitoring platforms, and real-world cyber defense operations.
This is an excellent opportunity for recent cybersecurity graduates, military veterans transitioning into cyber roles, or early-career security professionals looking to establish themselves in a dedicated security operations environment.
Location: Hartford, CT (Hybrid)
Contract Length: 36 Months with potential for extension and/or conversion Required Skills & Experience
U.S. Citizenship required
Bachelor's Degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, Information Systems, Mathematics, Science, or a related technical discipline
Active CompTIA Security+ certification
Understanding of cybersecurity principles and security operations concepts
Knowledge of networking fundamentals including TCP/IP, routing, switching, and common protocols
Familiarity with Windows and/or Linux operating systems
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
Ability to interpret technical information and make sound decisions
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Strong attention to detail and ability to work within established procedures and workflows
Desired Skills & Experience
Experience with Splunk or other SIEM platforms
Exposure to security event monitoring and alert triage
Familiarity with packet capture and analysis tools such as Wireshark or tcpdump
Understanding of IDS/IPS technologies
Experience reviewing firewall, endpoint, or system logs
Knowledge of endpoint security solutions such as Carbon Black, Tanium, McAfee, Symantec, or similar technologies
Additional certifications including Network+, CySA+, CEH, GSEC, GCIH, AWS, Azure, or related cybersecurity credentials
Cybersecurity internship, home lab, Capture-the-Flag (CTF), military cyber, or hands-on project experience
What You Will Be Doing Daily Responsibilities
Monitor and investigate security alerts generated across enterprise infrastructure
Analyze activity originating from networks, endpoints, servers, firewalls, and security technologies
Identify suspicious behavior and determine appropriate actions using established response procedures
Escalate potential security incidents to senior analysts and response teams
Perform log analysis to identify anomalies, indicators of compromise, and emerging threats
Document investigations and maintain accurate case records
Collaborate with cybersecurity and IT teams to support security operations initiatives
Assist with continuous improvement of monitoring processes, playbooks, and operational procedures
Work Breakdown
75% Threat Detection & Alert Investigation
15% Log Analysis & Documentation
10% Collaboration & Process Improvement
The Offer
36-Month Contract Opportunity
Hybrid Work Schedule
Long-Term Project Stability
Opportunity for Extension and/or Permanent Conversion
Exposure to Enterprise-Scale Cybersecurity Operations
Mentorship from Experienced Security Professionals
Collaborative Team Environment
Career Growth Within Cybersecurity Operations
You will receive the following benefits
Medical Insurance
Dental Benefits
Vision Benefits
Paid Time Off (PTO)
401(k)
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis now and in the future. U.S. Citizenship is required for this position.
Motion Recruitment Partners (MRP) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants must be currently authorized to work on a full-time basis in the country for which they are applying, and no sponsorship is currently available. Employment is subject to the successful completion of a pre-employment screening. Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process as required under MRP's Employment Accommodation policy. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.
