[Remote] Security Analyst

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Cognizant Corporate is a global community committed to making a meaningful impact. The Security Analyst role involves monitoring logs, responding to threats, and working within the Corporate Security team to ensure compliance and risk management. Responsibilities Monitors various log sources from tools and applications such as Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) logs, Intrusion Prevention/Detection Systems (IPS/IDS), firewall logs, Windows logs, Linux operating system logs, etc Analyze true positive incidents and provide detailed analysis comments for respective support / business functions to take corrective / remedial / compensatory actions Escalate high or critical incidents or complex security alerts to Senior Security Analysts Monitor Data Loss Prevention alerts and respond to associated events as appropriate Track and update security incidents over the course of the incident lifecycle Participate in reviewing, validating, and continuously evaluating the efficacy of logs for quality and relevance Documentation of log event types Updating new log event types Mapping existing and new use cases to log source types Recommending new use cases, as appropriate Prepare documents and reports as requested Attend meetings and training as required Participate in knowledge sharing sessions Recommend documentation improvements Skills 1 or more years of Security Operations Center experience Some IT exposure (certification, self-learning, or job experience) Industry standard security certification (i.e., Security+, CeH, CCNA, or other entry-level security certifications) Additional certifications will be reviewed by management Communication skills (i.e., provide reports to management, escalate issues, etc.) Bachelor's degree in computer science, information security, or a related field Experience in SIEM software and EDR tools Well versed in log analysis on various log sources from Next-Gen firewalls, Domain Controllers, Linux operations systems, Anti-Virus logs, EDR/XDR, IPS/IDS, router and switch logs, etc Strong verbal/written communication and interpersonal skills are required to document and communicate findings, escalate critical incidents, and interact with other members Experience in Threat hunting, log integration, and incident case management Preferred 1-2 years of Security Operations Center experience Preferred 1-2 years of general IT support experience Any experience with networking or scripting/programming is a plus Benefits Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off 401(k) plan and contributions Long-term/Short-term Disability Paid Parental Leave Employee Stock Purchase Plan Company Overview Cognizant is a professional services company that helps clients alter their business, operating, and technology models for the digital era. It was founded in 1994, and is headquartered in Teaneck, New Jersey, USA, with a workforce of 10001+ employees. Its website is Company H1B Sponsorship Cognizant has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 11113 in 2025, 11423 in 2024, 13054 in 2023, 13876 in 2022, 12651 in 2021, 28659 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.