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Title: Information Security Analyst Location: Beaverton, Oregon (97006) / Hybrid (3 days a week on-site) Employment Type: 7+ Month W2 Contract (No C2C or Sponsorship Available) Are you looking to grow your career in cybersecurity and gain hands-on experience in a dynamic, Microsoft-forward environment? Talent Groups is hiring an Information Security Analyst on behalf of a growing financial services client. This front-line, triage-focused role on the Information Security Operations team is perfect for someone eager to make meaningful contributions while learning from senior InfoSec engineers. Responsibilities: • Monitor and analyze security logs, incidents, alerts, and threat intelligence feeds • Triage and respond to escalated tickets from our MDR partner and internal users • Support daily and weekly InfoSec operational tasks driven by compliance needs • Perform initial vulnerability assessments and log reviews • Manage and track tickets using ServiceNow (low ticket volume) • Document SOPs, incident response actions, and technical processes • Stay informed on evolving threats, tools, and security best practices • Utilize tools such as Microsoft Defender, Arctic Wolf, Entra ID, Fortra, and Tenable.io • Collaborate with infrastructure and business teams across the organization • Participate in internal audits and support policy enforcement activities Tech Environment: • Microsoft Defender (Endpoint & Server), Azure/Entra ID, ServiceNow • Arctic Wolf (MDR), Tenable.io, Fortra (phishing protection) • Hybrid infrastructure: on-prem data center and Azure Cloud • PowerShell familiarity is a plus, but scripting is not required • No on-call responsibilities What We’re Looking For: • 1–3+ years in Information Security roles (triage, operations, SOC, etc.) • Strong interest in cybersecurity and a desire to grow your skills • Experience with SIEMs, endpoint protection, IAM, and vulnerability tools • Comfortable with log analysis, incident response, and basic system hygiene • Entry- to mid-level candidates with certifications (CompTIA, ISACA, ISC2, Microsoft, etc.) are encouraged to apply • Exposure to PCI, FFIEC, SOC 2, or ISO 27001 is a plus • MSSP or Arctic Wolf experience is a bonus Note: We appreciate all applicants, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Talent Groups is an equal opportunity employer.

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