Information Security Analyst

Information Security Analyst

 Downer's Grove, IL

  Direct-Hire - $90,000 - $100,000

About the Company 

Our client is a well-established company within the distribution and supply chain industry, known for its strong, team-oriented culture and commitment to doing things the right way. Headquartered in the western suburbs of Chicago, they offer a hybrid work environment and value collaboration, reliability, and continuous improvement. It’s a place where employees can make a meaningful impact while working alongside a supportive and down-to-earth team.

We’re looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Information Security Analyst to help protect the  organization’s systems, data, and users. In this role, you’ll be on the front lines of cybersecurity monitoring threats, responding to incidents, and continuously improving security posture. You’ll collaborate with cross-functional teams, work with modern security tools, and play a key role in strengthening defenses across endpoints, networks, cloud environments, and more.

Position Summary:

• Monitor and investigate security alerts across endpoint, network, cloud, identity, email, and SIEM platforms
• Respond to security incidents, including containment, remediation, and root cause analysis
• Perform proactive threat hunting to identify emerging risks
• Develop and fine-tune detection rules, alerts, and response playbooks
• Manage vulnerability remediation efforts and track risk reduction
• Support audits, compliance initiatives, and third-party risk assessments
• Administer and optimize security tools, including Palo Alto solutions, to ensure strong coverage and performance
• Deliver security awareness training and phishing simulations
• Analyze security metrics and provide actionable reporting
• Partner with IT and business teams to improve overall security practices

Minimum Experience:

• Experience working with security tools such as EDR/XDR, SIEM, cloud security (AWS/Azure), and identity platforms (e.g., Active Directory, Entra ID)
• Hands-on experience with Palo Alto security technologies (e.g., Next-Gen Firewalls, Cortex XDR/XSOAR, Prisma Cloud, or similar)
• Strong understanding of common cyber threats (phishing, ransomware, credential compromise, etc.)
• Hands-on experience with incident response and security investigations
• Ability to analyze logs and write queries (KQL, SPL, SQL, or similar)
• Knowledge of vulnerability management and risk prioritization
• Familiarity with frameworks like NIST, CIS, or ISO 27001
• Strong communication skills and the ability to explain technical concepts clearly
• Analytical mindset and problem-solving ability

MMD Services Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, national origin, ancestry, physical/mental disability, medical condition, military/veteran status, genetic information, marital status, ethnicity, alienage or any other protected classification, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.