Junior Cybersecurity Analyst - Remote Opportunity

About the Role

SailPoint’s Cybersecurity organization is seeking a Junior Cybersecurity Analyst to join our team remotely from anywhere in Mexico. This entry-level role is pivotal in supporting our Security Operations Center (SOC) team by monitoring, analyzing, and responding to security events. As a Junior Cybersecurity Analyst remote, you will learn foundational cybersecurity concepts and gain exposure to essential processes such as purple teaming and threat intelligence.

What You'll Do

• Monitor security events using Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) systems and endpoint detection/response (EDR) tools.
• Perform initial triage of events under supervision, escalating potential incidents to senior team members as necessary.
• Assist in documenting events and maintaining response playbooks for incidents.
• Support proactive threat monitoring by reviewing logs and alerts for suspicious activity.
• Participate in foundational purple team exercises to understand detection and response gaps.
• Assist in collecting and organizing threat intelligence data from open-source feeds or internal reports.
• Conduct basic risk enumeration tasks, identifying vulnerabilities using provided scanning tools.
• Engage in training to learn threat hunting basics and threat intelligence fundamentals.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• 0–2 years of experience in cybersecurity or IT.
• Basic understanding of networking, operating systems (Windows/Linux), and security principles.
• Familiarity with SIEM tools (e.g., Splunk, QRadar) and EDR platforms.
• Interest in purple teaming concepts and threat intelligence processes.
• Strong analytical skills and eagerness to learn.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., CompTIA Security+, CySA+) are preferred but not required.

Nice to Have

• Ability to quickly learn new technologies.
• Able to collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• A willingness to be challenged and a strong desire to learn.
• Proficiency in English (written and spoken) and strong communication skills.
• A foundational understanding of applications, networks, cloud architecture, and coding concepts.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Remote work flexibility.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• A collaborative and inclusive work environment.
• Health and wellness benefits.
• Support for obtaining relevant certifications.
• Access to cutting-edge cybersecurity tools and technologies.