P1P1 — Entry-Level Professional
Security Security Analyst / Junior Security Engineer
Monitors security dashboards, responds to alerts, and handles routine security tasks.
What this level means
New to role or field; performs basic tasks under supervision
- Scope
- Own tasks within a defined component
- Autonomy
- Close supervision; work reviewed frequently
- Complexity
- Routine problems with known solutions
- Impact
- Own deliverables
- Decision rights
- Few independent decisions; escalates the rest
- Leadership
- None — building the craft
- Typical experience
- 0–2 yrs
What you'd do
- Monitoring security dashboards
- Responding to alerts
- Performing routine security checks
- Assisting in incident response
- Updating security documentation
- Collaborating with IT teams
- Participating in security training
- Supporting security audits
- Monitor security dashboards for alerts
- Respond to security alerts promptly
- Assist in routine security checks
Skills, knowledge & tools
- Intrusion detection
- Security monitoring
- Alert response
- Documentation
- Basic network security
- Incident response
- Collaboration
- Training participation
- Intrusion detection systems
- Security protocols
- Incident response procedures
- Security documentation
- Basic cybersecurity principles
- Network security fundamentals
- IT collaboration
- Security auditing
- Familiarity with intrusion detection systems
- Basic understanding of security protocols
- Attention to detail
- Communication Skills
- Problem-solving
- Teamwork
- Adaptability
- Time management
What good looks like
- Degree in cybersecurity or related field
- Basic knowledge of security systems
- Strong attention to detail
Common titles
Security ISecurity 1Entry-Level SecurityJunior SecurityAssociate SecuritySecurity Security Analyst / Junior Security Engineer
What it pays
Market-pay benchmarks for this family × level are being recalibrated across all survey sources and will return shortly.
O*NET / SOC: 15-0000 — Computer & Mathematical Occupations (inferred)