Onsite IT Security Analyst responsible for monitoring, detecting, and investigating security incidents across corporate and manufacturing environments. Implements security controls with IT/OT teams, uses endpoint/network security tools and logging platforms, and supports compliance efforts (ISO/NIST/SOC2/GDPR/HIPAA).
Locations: Houston (8718)
Business Units: Central
About the Job: Full Time
Job Function
The IT Security Analyst is an onsite role at our Houston office. This role will be supporting the protection of enterprise systems, networks, and data across corporate and manufacturing environments. This role focuses on hands-on use of security technologies and monitoring platforms to detect threats, investigate incidents, and help ensure compliance. The Analyst works closely with IT and OT teams to implement security controls and strengthen the organization’s overall security posture.
Key Responsibilities
Basic Qualifications
Why Join Us
Our company is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or marital status in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.
Business Units: Central
About the Job: Full Time
Job Function
The IT Security Analyst is an onsite role at our Houston office. This role will be supporting the protection of enterprise systems, networks, and data across corporate and manufacturing environments. This role focuses on hands-on use of security technologies and monitoring platforms to detect threats, investigate incidents, and help ensure compliance. The Analyst works closely with IT and OT teams to implement security controls and strengthen the organization’s overall security posture.
Key Responsibilities
- Bachelor’s degree in Information Security, Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent work experience.
- 2+ years of IT security experience or related IT operations role with security exposure.
- Hands-on familiarity with network and endpoint security technologies.
- Experience using security monitoring, logging, or reporting platforms.
- Knowledge of fundamental security practices in networks, cloud, and endpoints.
- Awareness of compliance frameworks (ISO 27001, NIST, SOC 2, GDPR, HIPAA) is a plus.
Basic Qualifications
- Entry-level or associate-level security or network certifications (e.g., Security+, CySA+, CCNA Security).
- Additional certifications (CISSP, CISM, CEH) are a plus but not required.
Skills & Competencies - Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
- Ability to clearly communicate technical issues to IT colleagues and business users.
- Eagerness to learn, adapt, and grow in a security-focused role.
- Attention to detail and accountability in following processes.
Why Join Us
- Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
- Basic life insurance and short-term disability coverage provided by employer.
- Supplemental life insurance and long-term disability coverage options available.
- 401K with employer contribution.
- Personal, Vacation, and Holiday paid time off for all full-time employees.
Our company is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or marital status in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.
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