Security Analyst – Tier 1
full-time•Philadelphia
About this role
Role Overview
Care Lync is hiring a Cybersecurity Analyst (Tier 1) to support day-to-day security operations, monitor threats, respond to alerts, and help maintain a strong security posture. This is a hands-on early-career role designed for someone who wants to learn, grow, and actively protect real systems - not just read dashboards.
Key Responsibilities
Monitor security alerts and triage potential threats.
Assist with incident response, documentation, and escalation.
Support Microsoft security tools including Defender, Entra ID, and Intune.
Assist with vulnerability scanning and remediation coordination.
Help maintain MFA, Conditional Access, and endpoint security policies.
Support HIPAA security compliance and security documentation.
Assist with phishing investigations and security awareness efforts.
Contribute to security runbooks and process improvement.
Required Qualifications
1–2+ years in IT, cybersecurity, or related experience (internships count).
Basic understanding of cybersecurity concepts (threats, vulnerabilities, authentication, least privilege).
Familiarity with Microsoft 365 environments preferred.
Strong problem-solving and analytical mindset.
Willingness to learn, take ownership, and work collaboratively.
Strong documentation and communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications (Not Required but Helpful)
CompTIA Security+ or working toward it.
Exposure to Microsoft Defender, Sentinel, or similar tools.
Experience in healthcare or regulated environments.
PowerShell or automation curiosity is a plus.
What We're Looking For
Someone serious about building a cybersecurity career.
Detail-oriented, disciplined, and proactive.
Able to balance security with real-world operations.
Team player who can work with IT, leadership, and compliance.
Care Lync is an equal opportunity employer and complies with the provisions of the Federal Civil Rights Act of 1964 and the Pennsylvania Human Relations Act of 1955 and all requirements imposed pursuant thereto. No person shall, on the grounds of race, color, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, religious creed, or disability, be excluded from participation in, be denied benefits of, or otherwise be subject to discrimination in the provision of any hiring opportunities, care or services. Care Lync will not, directly or through contractual arrangements discriminate its patients, consumers, employees, partners, 3rd party vendors or any person on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, religious creed, disability, sexual identification or any other category protected under law. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, religious creed, sexual orientation, ancestry, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual identification or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Other facts
Tech stack
Cybersecurity,Incident Response,Documentation,Microsoft Security Tools,Vulnerability Scanning,MFA,Endpoint Security,HIPAA Compliance,Phishing Investigations,Security Awareness,Process Improvement,Problem-Solving,Analytical Mindset,Communication Skills,Team Player,Detail-Oriented
About Care Lync
Care Lync is a Social Services agency focused on providing Service Coordination (Supports Coordination/Case Management) services to adults diagnosed with Intellectual Disabilities, Physical Disabilities and Autism Spectrum Disorder throughout Pennsylvania who are enrolled in the Department of Human Services, Medicaid Waiver Programs. Our Service Coordinators work with adults enrolled in the Office of Long Term Living Medicaid Waiver program, to navigate through, understand and secure the services they need in order to live independently.
Team size: 201-500 employees
Website: http://www.care-lync.com
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Industry: Individual and Family Services
Founding Year: 2016
What you'll do
- The Security Analyst will monitor security alerts, assist with incident response, and help maintain security policies. They will also support Microsoft security tools and contribute to security documentation and process improvements.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does a Security Analyst – Tier 1 do at Care Lync?
As a Security Analyst – Tier 1 at Care Lync, you will: the Security Analyst will monitor security alerts, assist with incident response, and help maintain security policies. They will also support Microsoft security tools and contribute to security documentation and process improvements..
Why join Care Lync as a Security Analyst – Tier 1?
Care Lync is a leading Individual and Family Services company.
Is the Security Analyst – Tier 1 position at Care Lync remote?
The Security Analyst – Tier 1 position at Care Lync is based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States. Contact the company through Clera for specific work arrangement details.
How do I apply for the Security Analyst – Tier 1 position at Care Lync?
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