Security Analyst

About the Role

Key Responsibilities

• Incident Response: use our SIEM to identify vulnerabilities, investigate alerts, and lead incident response & remediation efforts
• Email Security: Support existing efforts to build email compliance and DLP rules, and take proactive measures against advanced phishing techniques
• Security Operations: Partner with IT, engineering, and business stakeholders to ensure security is integrated into workflows across the organization
• Program Building: Lead implementation of scalable security processes across incident response, access management, vulnerability management, and DLP
• Cloud Security: Support security for AWS and GCP environments, working closely with cloud engineering teams to resolve vulnerabilities
• Security Tooling: Stay ahead of emerging threats and security trends, recommend and vet new tools as appropriate

Qualifications

• 3+ years of professional experience in information security roles within technology-driven organizations
• Strong hands-on experience with security incident response workflows using a SIEM
• Experience with Crowdstrike Falcon or similar endpoint security platforms
• Expertise in Google Workspace security administration (Gmail rules, DLP, monitoring)
• Expertise in advanced email security platforms (Sublime, Mimecast, Proofpoint, Abnormal, etc.)
• Expertise with identity access management platforms (Okta)
• Knowledgeable in AWS and GCP infrastructure implementation, security controls, IAM, and monitoring, as well as Wiz
• Familiarity with security frameworks and privacy regulations (SOC 2, ISO 27001, FERPA)
• Ability to work hybrid onsite at Manhattan (10005) headquarters Tuesday through Thursday
• Competencies
• Meticulous and tenacious mindset in identifying and resolving security risks
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to convey security concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences
• Compensation, Benefits, & Perks
• At Success Academy, we invest boldly in our Network team with a comprehensive package designed to support your health, financial future, and overall well-being:
• Day-One Health & Wellness: Medical, dental, and vision coverage starting your first day (SA covers 82% of our core medical plan), plus a free One Medical membership and confidential mental health support via EAP/Talkspace.
• Financial Security: 403(b) retirement plan with a 3% employer match, up to $2,400/year in employer HSA contributions, employer-paid life/disability insurance, and Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility.
• Time to Recharge: Generous paid time off, paid holidays, and paid parental leave.
• Perks & Stipends: A $50/month cellphone stipend ($600/year), pre-tax commuter benefits, backup family care, and performance-based earning incentives.
• This is a hybrid position based in our NYC Financial District office, requiring on-site work Tuesday through Thursday and remote work on Monday and Friday.
• Exact compensation may vary based on skills and experience. This position is not bonus eligible.
• Compensation Range
• $125,000 — $145,000 USD
• Success Academy Charter Schools is an equal opportunity employer and actively encourages applications from people of all backgrounds. Compensation is competitive and commensurate with experience. Success Academy offers a full benefits program and opportunities for professional growth.
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• We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We actively seek applications from people of all backgrounds to strengthen our community and the perspectives needed to flourish in a multicultural world. Success Academy offers a full benefits program and opportunities for professional growth.
• Success Academy Charter Schools does not offer employment-based immigration sponsorship.

Preferred Qualifications

• Exact compensation may vary based on skills and experience. This position is not bonus eligible.