Junior Security Analyst

Company Description

A best-in-class city that attracts best-in-class talent, Philadelphia is an incredible place to build a career. From our thriving arts scene and rich history to our culture of passion and grit, there are countless reasons to love living and working here. With a workforce of over 30,000 people, and more than 1,000 different job categories, the City of Philadelphia offers boundless opportunities to make an impact. 
As an employer, the City of Philadelphia values inclusion, integrity, innovation, empowerment, and hard work above all else. We offer a vibrant work environment, comprehensive health care and benefits, and the experience you need to grow and excel. If you’re interested in working with a passionate team of people who care about the future of Philadelphia, start here.

What We Offer:
Impact - The work you do here matters to millions. 
Growth - Philadelphia is growing, why not grow with it? 
Diversity & Inclusion - Find a career in a place where everyone belongs.
Benefits - We care about your well being.

The Office of Innovation & Technology (OIT) is the central IT agency for the City of Philadelphia headed by the Chief Information Officer (CIO). OIT oversees all major information and communications technology initiatives for the City of Philadelphia - increasing the effectiveness of the information technology infrastructure, where the services provided are advanced, optimized, and responsive to the needs of the City of Philadelphia’s businesses, residents, and visitors. OIT responsibilities include: identifying the most effective approach for implementing new information technology directions throughout city government; improving the value of the city’s technology assets and the return on the city’s technology investments; ensuring data security continuity; planning for continuing operations in the event of disruption of information technology or communications services; and supporting accountable, efficient and effective government across every city department, board, commission and agency.

Job Description

The Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) is managed by the Department of Aviation of the City of Philadelphia.  PHL is the only major airport serving the nation's 7th largest metropolitan area and is a large hub airport that serves over 25 million passengers per year.  Twenty-seven airlines, including all major domestic carriers, offer nearly 323 daily departures to more than 120 destinations worldwide.  Located 7 miles from downtown Philadelphia, the Airport is easily accessible and convenient to many tourist sites, business centers, and cultural hubs.  The Airport is self-sustaining and uses no local tax dollars.  PHL is one of the largest economic engines in the region, generating $16.8 billion to the economy and accounting for 106,000 full-time jobs annually.  The Airport Information Technology department is headed by the Airport Chief Information Officer (CIO).   Airport IT is responsible for the strategic direction of IT services at the Airport, management of all Airport IT infrastructure, and the operational support for hundreds of different Airport related systems that serve the needs of the airlines, TSA, FAA, and passengers.

The Junior Security Analyst will assist in monitoring and maintaining the security posture of Philadelphia International Airport’s information assets. Reporting to the Information Security Manager, the successful candidate will be responsible for analyzing security alerts, supporting incident response efforts, and helping to ensure compliance with security policies and industry standards. 

This entry-level role is ideal for candidates looking to start their cybersecurity careers with hands-on experience in security operations, monitoring, and risk mitigation. This provides a solid foundation for a career in cybersecurity. The Junior Security Analyst will gain hands-on experience in security operations, monitoring, and risk mitigation. There will be opportunities for professional growth through ongoing training, mentoring from experienced professionals, and exposure to a wide range of security challenges and solutions.

By joining Philadelphia International Airport’s security team, the Junior Security Analyst will contribute to the protection of critical infrastructure while developing the skills and knowledge necessary for a successful career in cybersecurity.

Essential Functions

Responsibilities

• Monitor security events and alerts to identify potential threats and unauthorized activity.

• Assist in investigating and analyzing security incidents, providing detailed and actionable recommendations for remediation, as well as documenting all security incidents, findings, and recommendations.

• Support the deployment and maintenance of security tools, including SIEM (Splunk), IDS/IPS, and e