Cybersecurity Incident Response Specialist

3 weeks ago

Downers Grove Illinois, United States Sentinel Full time

Key Responsibilities:


The Cybersecurity Incident Response Specialist will be tasked with devising and executing protective measures for computer systems, networks, and sensitive data.

This role serves as the initial point of contact for cyber incidents, documenting cyber threats and implementing necessary changes to safeguard our clients' environments.

Your expertise in analyzing genuine traffic and related artifacts:

including malicious, normal, and application traffic; along with the ability to distinguish between harmful traffic and false positives will be essential in this role.

This is a full-time position.

Required Qualifications:
1-2 years of experience in a cybersecurity role

The candidate must adhere to CJIS requirements

Preferred Certifications:
CCNA, Security+, GCIA, Certified Ethical Hacker, and CISSP

Experience in conducting daily system monitoring and health assessments for various security tools

Proficient in triaging alerts and incident reports

Skilled in analyzing genuine traffic and related artifacts: malicious, normal, and application traffic; with the ability to differentiate harmful traffic from false positives

Experience in configuring firewalls, data encryption, and other security protocols

Understanding of DNS operations for both legitimate and malicious activities

Familiarity with basic network protocols and traffic flow in an enterprise setting

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Staying informed on IT security trends, vulnerabilities, and news, and recommending security improvements

The candidate must possess a vehicle, as this role involves travel between locations and the transport of equipment

A valid driver's license and proof of vehicle insurance are required

Legally authorized to work in the US without sponsorship

Must exhibit a proactive attitude


We prioritize candidates who embody our "ACE" factor – Attitude, Compassion, and Enthusiasm to deliver quality solutions with exceptional customer service.


What We Offer:


We provide a dynamic work environment with numerous corporate culture benefits, competitive salary, and a comprehensive benefits package including: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, 529, Life Insurance, Income Protection Short and Long-Term Disability, Medical and Child/Elder Care, Flexible Spending Account Plans, Employee Assistance Program, two weeks of vacation, additional paid time off for personal and sick leave, certification and hands-on training, and discounts for local entertainment and fitness facilities.


Company Overview:
IT happens

Sentinel Technologies, Inc. has consistently been recognized as a top workplace.

About Us:


Sentinel provides solutions that effectively address a wide range of IT needs – from security to communications, systems & networks, software applications, cloud, and managed services; all of which include our staffing solutions for our clients.

Since our inception, Sentinel has evolved from offering technology maintenance services to becoming one of the leading IT services and solutions providers in the US.

We have partnered with many of today's global technology leaders including Cisco, Dell, VMware, and Microsoft.

Sentinel serves customers both nationally and internationally with primary support operating centers across various locations.

If you are driven... you can make IT happen at Sentinel. Our commitment to our employees is to foster a work environment that encourages creativity, an entrepreneurial spirit, promotes growth through certification and hands-on training, and values a team-oriented culture with rewards based on impact.


If you share our enthusiasm for technology and wish to be part of a top workplace environment – we invite you to consider joining our team.

As part of Sentinel's employment process, candidates will be required to complete a background check. Only those who meet the minimum requirements will be contacted.

Sentinel is proud to be an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, marital status, genetics, disability, pregnancy, veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.

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