Junior IT Security Technician Job at Blake Smith Staffing, LLC, New York, NY

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  • Blake Smith Staffing, LLC
  • New York, NY

Job Description

We are a global commodity trading firm headquartered in NYC, seeking a Junior IT Security Specialist to join our cybersecurity and infrastructure team. This is a hands-on role supporting day-to-day security operations, cloud infrastructure, and incident response workflows. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in IT operations, a working knowledge of Microsoft Azure, and a passion for cybersecurity in a fast-paced financial environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Monitor and respond to alerts within the Security Operations Center (SOC)

• Assist in the investigation and documentation of security incidents

• Support the implementation and maintenance of security controls across on-prem and Azure cloud environments

• Perform vulnerability scans, track remediation efforts, and assist with patch management

• Help manage endpoint protection, identity access management, and secure configurations

• Collaborate with IT operations to ensure systems and networks are hardened and compliant

• Contribute to internal audits, compliance reviews, and policy development

Stay informed on emerging threats, attack vectors, and best practices in cloud security

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Security, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience)

• 1–3 years of experience in IT support, cybersecurity, or SOC operations

• Familiarity with Microsoft Azure security tools (Defender, Sentinel, Conditional Access, etc.)

• Basic understanding of SIEM platforms, firewalls, and endpoint protection

• Strong troubleshooting skills across Windows and cloud environments

• Excellent communication and documentation abilities

Preferred Certifications:

• CompTIA Security+

• CISA (Certified Information Systems Auditor

• Microsoft Certified: Azure Security Engineer Associate (AZ-500)

• Microsoft Certified: Security, Compliance, and Identity Fundamentals (SC-900)

Preferred Experience:

• Exposure to commodity trading or financial services environments

• Experience with scripting or automation (PowerShell, Python)

• Familiarity with regulatory frameworks (FINRA, SEC, GDPR)

What We Offer:

• Competitive compensation and performance-based bonuses

• Exposure to cutting-edge security technologies and trading infrastructure

• A collaborative, high-performance culture with mentorship from senior engineers

• Opportunities for professional development and certification support

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