The Junior Security and Compliance Analyst is an entry-level position designed to provide essential support for security and compliance tasks. Reporting to the Director of Security and Compliance, this role focuses on managing and triaging security tickets, monitoring cloud operations, and acting as a liaison between teams. The role provides a foundation for growth into more advanced security and compliance responsibilities through structured supervision and mentorship.
Job Responsibilities
Manage security-related tickets and incident reports, including triage, routing, and basic resolution, with clear escalation paths to Security, IT, and Cloud Operations teams
Monitor and respond to InfoSec communications, developing expertise to handle increasingly complex security inquiries under supervision
Serve as a bridge between Security and Cloud Operations teams by:
Monitoring and managing security-related Jira tickets
Providing initial security and compliance guidance for Cloud Ops initiatives
Conducting first-level security reviews of proposed Cloud Ops changes
Support AI security initiatives through risk identification and escalation
Maintain security and compliance documentation aligned with SOC 2, ISO 27001, and other frameworks
Partner with senior team members on cloud infrastructure and application change reviews
Support security awareness programs and employee education initiatives
Other duties as assigned
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Information Security, Computer Science, or related field, or equivalent practical experience
Demonstrated organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail
Working knowledge of fundamental security concepts including:
Incident response and triage
Ticket management systems
Basic risk assessment methodologies
Foundational understanding of cloud operations (AWS preferred)
Strong communication skills with ability to effectively collaborate across technical and non-technical teams
Preferred Qualifications
Previous experience in a technical leadership role within cybersecurity
Knowledge of compliance frameworks (SOC 2, ISO 27001)
Hands-on experience with Jira or similar workflow management tools
Understanding of AI/ML security considerations and emerging technology risk
Growth Opportunity
This role offers structured mentorship and clear advancement paths in security operations and compliance management. The position provides hands-on experience with enterprise security processes while working alongside experienced security professionals.