Company Overview
Talent Groups is a premier IT talent solutions provider with a global footprint, headquartered in Houston, TX. We excel in efficiently sourcing top IT professionals through streamlined contract staffing, direct hire, and managed services across diverse industries, with recognized strength in healthcare IT. Additionally, we offer PM COE and Agile/SAFe advisory services to drive organizational improvement. Our core value is connecting talent with opportunity, delivering exceptional experiences to a broad client base nationwide, from startups to Fortune 500 companies. As a trusted partner, we combine expertise, resources, and a comprehensive service model to meet unique client needs. Discover more at www.talentgroups.com.
Information Security Analyst
Talent Groups (Hiring for a Financial Services Client – Beaverton, OR)
Advance your cybersecurity career in a dynamic, Microsoft-focused environment! Talent Groups is seeking a motivated Information Security Analyst for a growing financial services client in a front-line, triage-oriented role within the Information Security Operations team. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute meaningfully while learning from experienced InfoSec professionals.
Responsibilities:
- Monitor and analyze security logs, incidents, alerts, and threat intelligence.
- Triage and respond to escalated security tickets from our MDR partner and internal users.
- Support daily and weekly compliance-driven InfoSec operational tasks.
- Perform initial vulnerability assessments and log reviews.
- Manage and track security tickets using ServiceNow (low volume).
- Document SOPs, incident response procedures, 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.
Tech Environment: Microsoft Defender (Endpoint & Server), Azure/Entra ID, ServiceNow, Arctic Wolf (MDR), Tenable.io, Fortra (phishing protection), hybrid infrastructure (on-prem & Azure). Basic PowerShell knowledge is a plus (not required). No on-call responsibilities.
What We’re Looking For:
- 1–3+ years of experience in Information Security (triage, operations, SOC, etc.).
- Strong interest in cybersecurity and a desire for professional development.
- Familiarity with SIEMs, endpoint protection, IAM, and vulnerability management tools.
- Comfortable with log analysis, basic incident response, and system hygiene.
- Entry- to mid-level candidates with relevant certifications (CompTIA, ISACA, ISC2, Microsoft, etc.) are encouraged.
- Exposure to PCI, FFIEC, SOC 2, or ISO 27001 is a plus.
- Experience with MSSPs or Arctic Wolf is a bonus.
Talent Groups is an equal opportunity employer. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Featured Benefits: Medical, Vision, Dental Insurance, 401(k).
Talent Groups Commitments:
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: Committed to advancing DEI through strategic partnerships and tailored training via the Talent Academy to connect diverse talent with opportunities and upskill the workforce.
- Career Growth and Learning: Empowers technology professionals through the Talent Academy with customized training focused on specific skills, technical progression, and career growth.
- Environmental Sustainability: Operates responsibly by reducing energy and paper consumption, promoting recycling, and utilizing green office supplies.