Junior Security Analyst

Actively Reviewing the Applications

Scoutit

1–2 years

Posted 4 days ago • Apply by June 11, 2026

Job Description

We're looking for Junior Security Analysts!

Responsibilities

Perform recurring and on-demand scanning of organization systems and cloud environments
Resolve information security incidents, including targeted threats and internal incidents
Maintain documentation/standard operating procedure(SOP) regarding threat management, including policies and procedures
Assist technology teams to test, implement, and automate security solutions
Research and assess emerging security threats and vulnerabilities
Communicate the risks of identified vulnerabilities and recommend security controls to mitigate them

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
Work with internal stakeholders to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and security policies
Understanding of Networking and web/mobile application tools like Nessus, Burpsuite, Nmap and Metasploit, etc,
Familiarity with Linux operating systems like Kali, Ubuntu, Parrot Linux OS is an added advantage
Knowledge of technical concepts such as cloud computing, automation, networking, and application development
Professional certification such as CEH, CISSP is not mandatory but an added advantage
Knowledge of vulnerability data management and reporting process automation
Knowledge of OWASP Top 10 and Sans Top 25 methodologies
Basic knowledge of scripting languages such as Python

(*Note: This is a requirement for one of Scoutit's clients)

Skills: python,automation,security