Information Security Analyst

•Hybrid#26-10738

Minneapolis, MN

Hybrid

Contract

Starts 10/19/2026

Ends 12/31/2026

Job Description

Genesis10 is currently seeking an Information Security Analyst

•Hybrid for a contract position with a Public Sector Organization located in Minneapolis, MN.

Compensation:

$35.00

•$42.00 per hour, W2, based on qualifications

Position Overview:

This role is focused on supporting the Information Security Operations team as a first responder to security events across the organization. The position involves two main functions: monitoring, triaging, and investigating alerts from security tools, and resolving security requests from employees. The ideal candidate will have 2-4 years of hands-on security or IT experience and will work closely with IT staff, escalatingplex incidents to senior security personnel as needed.

Key Responsibilities:

Responsible for monitoring alerts and ticket queues related to cybersecurity and information security

Triage escalations from the third party security operations center, collect relevant data, and determine false positives or facilitate hand-off to higher tier analysts

Participate in improving security policies or technical controls

Assist in incident response activities as needed

Primary Requirements:

2-4+ years of experience in information security, a security operations center (SOC), or a closely related IT role with regular security duties

Hands-on experience triaging alerts in a SIEM or incidents in an ITSM (ticketing) system

Working knowledge of web filtering including how to review and categorize URLs and process requests to unblock them

Understanding of networking basics: TCP/IP, DNS, HTTP/S, proxies, firewalls and VPNs

Ability to investigate phishing emails, including analyzing headers, checking URLs and attachments, and taking remediation steps

Strong written and verbalmunication skills, including explaining security decisions to non-technical users politely and clearly

Ability to prioritize and manage multiple open alerts and requests at the same time

Must be able to work onsite 4 days a week

Desired Skills:

Industry certifications such as CompTIA Security+, CySA+, GIAC (GSEC, GCIH, GCIA), or Microsoft SC-200

Familiarity with the

MITRE ATT&CK

framework

Scripting or automation experience (PowerShell, Python) and exposure to SOAR platforms

Experience with email security gateways (e.g., Proofpoint)

Exposure to cloud security in Azure, AWS or Microsoft 365

Knowledge of vulnerability management tools (e.g., Tenable)

Experience in a regulated or public-sector environment, or familiarity with frameworks such as

NIST CSF, CIS

Controls or

ISO 27001

A bachelor's degree in cybersecurity, information technology,puter science or a related field (equivalent experience considered)

Only candidates available and ready to work directly as Genesis10 employees will be considered for this position.

If you have the described qualifications and are interested in this exciting opportunity, please !

Ranked a Top Staffing Firm in the U.S. by Staffing Industry Analysts for six consecutive years, Genesis10 puts thousands of consultants and employees to work across the United States every year in contract, contract-for-hire, and permanent placement roles. With more than 300 active clients, Genesis10 provides access to many of the Fortune 100 firms and a variety of mid-market organizations across the full spectrum of industry verticals.

For contract roles, Genesis10 offers the benefits listed below. If this is a perm-placement opportunity, our recruiter can talk you through the unique benefits offered for that particular client. Benefits of Working with Genesis10:

Access to hundreds of clients, most who have been working with Genesis10 for 5-20+ years

The opportunity to have a career-home in Genesis10; many of our consultants have been working exclusively with Genesis10 for years

Access to an experienced, caring recruiting team (more than 7 years of experience, on average)

Behavioral Health Platform

Medical, Dental, Vision

Health Savings Account

Voluntary Hospital Indemnity (Critical Illness & Accident)

Voluntary Term Life Insurance

401K

Sick Pay (for applicable states/municipalities)

Commuter Benefits (Dallas, NYC, SF, and Illinois)

For multiple years running, Genesis10 has been recognized as a Top Staffing Firm in the U.S., as a Best Company for Work-Life Balance, as a Best Company for Career Growth, for Diversity, and for Leadership, amongst others. To learn more and to view all of our available career opportunities, please visit us at our website.

Genesis10 is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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