Security Analyst - Managed Security Services

Description

At CDW, we make it happen, together. Trust, connection, and commitment are at the heart of how we work together to deliver for our customers. It's why we're coworkers, not just employees. Coworkers who genuinely believe in supporting our customers and one another. We collectively forge our path forward with a level of commitment that speaks to who we are and where we're headed. We're proud to share our story and Make Amazing Happen at CDW.

The Analyst - Managed Security Services provides first-level technical client support and upholds defined service level agreements (SLA) and customer service excellence for one or more of three particular disciplines: Network Security, Information Security, and/or Endpoint Security. The Analyst focuses on developing their knowledge and technical expertise.
What you will do:
24x7 Support - 80% job weight

• Monitor, analyze, and respond to security alerts, incidents, and threats using SIEM, EDR and other and security monitoring tools. Escalates second-level support to senior team members
• Collects and disseminates information to clients during and post-incident
• Identifies, records, and escalates service performance trends, anomalies, and SLA breaches to senior leadership
• Updating the knowledge base articles
• Applies Trusted Advisor techniques to build up client trust and influence loyalty
• Professional Development - 20% job weight
• Attends training sessions or shadowing activities, and obtains industry related certifications as determined by Manager
• Participate notably in assigned self-paced trainings

What we expect of you:

• Bachelor's degree (B.A./B.S.) or 3-year diploma in Engineering, Computer Science, or a Technology related field, OR
• 4 years of Information Technology experience, to include 1 year in supporting information technology/systems
• Ability to analyze logs, identify security events, and respond to incidents effectively
• Beginner level certification in a Managed Security Services discipline is a plus, including but not limited to:

o Check Point: CCSA, Cisco; CCNA-Security, CCST, CyberOps Associate; Palo Alto: ACE,Cortex XDR - PCDRA ; IBM QRadar Security: Certified Analyst, Certified Associate; Exabeam Security Analyst: Associate, Advanced; CrowdStrike Falcon: CFIR, CompTIA Security +, Microsoft SC-200 or similar technology certifications

• Call handling/ticket experience is a plus
• The position is part of a 7-day per week, 24 hour per day managed services operations. To provide the required coverage, must be willing to work weekends, holidays, and overtime.
• Foster a positive team environment by being approachable and assisting teammates.
• Actively engage in coaching and continuous learning to enhance technical skills.
• Understanding of IT infrastructure and Information Systems design, including hardware, software and services used in an enterprise.
• Investigate and resolve technical issues using established procedures.
• Demonstrate strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Apply critical thinking and problem-solving abilities to address challenges.
• Manage time effectively and maintain organizational skills.
• Proficiency with productivity tools such as word processing, spreadsheet, diagram creation, presentation and email processing applications.
• Demonstrated ability to learn and adapt to new technologies and products.

At CDW, we strive to offer market-competitive total rewards packages to attract and retain talent. As such, we are committed to pay transparency and ensuring fair compensation for all our coworkers. Each of our roles is assigned a salary range that is informed by multiple sources of market data. We determine individual pay within a given range based on a candidate's prior experience, knowledge, skills and abilities. This approach allows us to offer competitive and equitable salaries that reflect the value and responsibilities of each role at CDW. Salaries are based on a 37.5 -hour workweek, and paid on a bi-weekly payroll schedule.

Pay range: $ 28,21 - $ 39,28, depending on experience and skill set

Current Opening: This posting reflects a currently available position within our organization for which we are actively recruiting.

CDW is committed to being an AI-fluent organization

We're looking for people who bring curiosity, a learner's mindset, and a willingness to engage with ever-evolving technology and tools. We value adopting AI as a partner, openness to experimentation, and a shared interest in learning together on AI. Our goal is to create a culture where AI enhances- not replaces- human creativity and decision-making. You don't need to be an expert today; what matters is your readiness to explore, adapt, and grow with us as we integrate AI responsibly and effectively into our work.

Additionally, CDW is committed to fostering an equitable, transparent, and respectful hiring process for all applicants. During our application process, our goal is to understand your experience, strengths, skills, and qualifications. As an AI forward company, we see AI not just as a tool, but as a catalyst for new ways of thinking, creating, and communicating. We encourage candidates to embrace an AI mindset, one that's curious, adaptive, and ready to explore what's possible. We welcome thoughtful use of AI to expand your perspective and elevate how you share your story, while ensuring your application remains rooted in your own background, judgment, and voice.

About Us

CDW is a Fortune 500 technology solutions provider that helps businesses, government, education, and healthcare organizations achieve what's possible through technology. What makes CDW different isn't just what we do- it's how we do it. At CDW we act as one- building trust, speaking candidly, and working together to achieve more. We play to win- focusing on what matters most and delivering for our customers. And we think forward- staying curious, moving fast, and continuously learning. We believe meaningful work happens when people feel supported, heard, and empowered to contribute. That's why we think of ourselves as coworkers, not just employees- working together to solve complex challenges and deliver real impact for our customers and communities.

As a full-stack, full-lifecycle technology partner, CDW brings deep expertise, strong relationships, and broad industry knowledge to help turn ideas into outcomes. When you join CDW, you become part of a collaborative environment where your work matters, your growth is supported, and your contributions help shape what's next.

Together, we deliver the full promise of what technology can do. Together, we Make Amazing Happen.

CDW is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited by state and local law.