Security Analyst - Join Robert Half's Cybersecurity Team in Dallas, TX

Are you a proactive Security Analyst passionate about defending against evolving cyber threats? Robert Half is partnering with a compliance-sensitive organization in the Dallas-Fort Worth area to find a skilled professional for a 1-year contract position. This primarily remote role (requiring local DFW residency) offers a competitive salary of $100,000 - $110,000 annually and hands-on experience with industry-leading tools like CrowdStrike, Microsoft 365 Defender, Mimecast, and Sumo Logic. If you excel in email security, endpoint detection, identity protection, and triaging user-driven threats, this is your chance to make a real impact.

About the Role

In this critical Security Analyst position, you'll operate in a high-stakes, compliance-heavy environment where independent judgment and meticulous documentation are paramount. You'll own the full lifecycle of alert triage and response, from initial detection to containment and remediation. Expect to dive deep into investigations involving phishing attacks, business email compromise (BEC), impersonation schemes, anomalous sign-ins, and MFA-bypass attempts. This role demands sound decision-making for endpoint isolation and host remediation, while supporting broader initiatives like vulnerability management and audit preparation. As a Robert Half placement, you'll benefit from our renowned expertise in cybersecurity staffing, ensuring a seamless contract experience with weekly pay and top-tier support.

Key Responsibilities

Threat Investigation and Response

• Lead comprehensive investigations into endpoint, identity, and email-based threats, applying sound judgment for containment actions.
• Triage and respond swiftly to phishing, BEC, and impersonation attempts using tools like Mimecast and Microsoft 365 Defender.
• Identify identity abuse patterns, including anomalous sign-ins and MFA-bypass techniques.
• Execute endpoint isolation, host remediation, and IOC scoping with CrowdStrike EDR.

Workflow Ownership and Proactive Security

• Own alert triage and response workflows across CrowdStrike, Microsoft 365 Defender, Mimecast, and Sumo Logic SIEM.
• Develop and maintain investigation playbooks to standardize and enhance response efficiency.
• Track patch compliance and validate vulnerability remediation efforts.
• Perform threat-hunting pivots across SIEM and EDR platforms to uncover hidden risks.

Compliance and Documentation

• Assist in audit-evidence preparation with strong documentation discipline.
• Support compliance-sensitive operations by ensuring all actions are thoroughly recorded and defensible.

Required Qualifications

To succeed as a Security Analyst with Robert Half, you need proven hands-on experience in a SOC or similar environment. Key qualifications include:

• 3+ years in cybersecurity analysis, with emphasis on email security, EDR, and identity protection.
• Expertise in CrowdStrike, Microsoft 365 Defender, Mimecast, and Sumo Logic (or equivalent tools).
• Demonstrated ability to independently investigate and contain threats like phishing, BEC, and identity attacks.
• Strong skills in endpoint isolation, remediation, threat hunting, and playbook development.
• Experience with vulnerability management, patch tracking, and audit support.
• Local to Dallas-Fort Worth area for primarily remote work; excellent judgment and documentation habits required.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., GCIH, GCED, or CySA+) highly preferred.

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Why Join Us?

Robert Half offers unparalleled opportunities in the cybersecurity field, connecting top talent with innovative organizations. This Security Analyst role provides exposure to a compliance-sensitive environment tackling real-world threats, while enjoying primarily remote flexibility in vibrant Dallas, Texas. Earn $100K-$110K on a 1-year contract with potential extensions, weekly pay, and Robert Half's full suite of contractor benefits. Advance your career in threat detection, incident response, and security operations—apply today through Robert Half and secure your future in cybersecurity!

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