Security Analyst

About SEKO

• Security Monitoring & Incident Response:
  Monitor SIEM tools for threats, investigate and respond to alerts, root cause analysis and coordinate remediation all with Legal, IT, Operations, and third‑party vendors; maintain incident response playbooks for logistics disruption scenarios.
• Vulnerability Management & Risk Assessment:
  Perform regular vulnerability assessments, prioritize and track remediation, conduct risk assessments for 3PLs and technology vendors.
• Compliance & Regulatory Oversight:
  Support compliance with CTPAT, DFARS, ITAR; respond to security questionnaires; assist with security audits; maintain documentation for controls; monitor regulatory changes affecting data privacy.
• Security Architecture & Engineering:
  Implement security controls for cloud‑based logistics SaaS; assist product and development teams with secure dev practices; review and harden configurations across cloud, SaaS, and endpoint devices; participate in security reviews for new acquisitions and integrations.
• Security Awareness & Training:
  Deliver security awareness training; conduct phishing simulations; run social‑engineering awareness programs.
• General:
  Participate in development of a safe and healthy workplace; comply with safety instructions; cooperate with management in fulfilment of legislative obligations; other duties as assigned.

• Understanding of SIEM platforms.
• Exposure to vulnerability scanning tools.
• Basic knowledge of network security concepts such as firewalls, VPNs, network segmentation, and zero‑trust principles.
• Familiarity with application security, API security, and secure file transfer protocols.
• Familiarity with common identity platforms (e.g., Okta, Microsoft Entra ).
• Familiarity with cloud infrastructure concepts (VMs, PaaS, containers).
• Interest in securing mobile work forces and device management (e.g., Microsoft Intune).

Minimum:
Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field (or equivalent work experience). Some exposure to IT or security through internships, coursework, or personal projects; professional experience not required.

Preferred:
Exposure to the logistics, transportation, supply chain, or manufacturing industries; internships, lab work, or personal projects in cybersecurity.

• Security+
• Network+
• SSCP

Base salary range: $70,000 – $100,100 per year, with eligibility for an annual incentive bonus.

Benefits include medical, dental, vision, health savings account, commuter account (IL), flexible spending accounts, group accident, critical illness and hospital indemnity program, life insurance, AD&D, well‑being program, paid holidays, annual paid time off, short‑term disability, long‑term disability, various leaves, and a 401(k) retirement plan.

Chicago area – hybrid, with required in‑office presence at our Schaumburg location 2–3 days per week.

SEKO Logistics is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.