Hybrid IT Securities Analyst bei MESSERLI & KRAMER P.A.

Description

 About Us:

Founded in 1965, Messerli Kramer is a respected law firm with offices in Minneapolis, St. Paul, and Plymouth, Minnesota. We pride ourselves on our client-focused approach, delivering practical legal solutions with exceptional service. Our professionals are dedicated to helping clients navigate complex legal challenges in both business and personal matters.

Position Overview

We are hiring a Security Analyst who will be responsible for the day-to-day security operations of our firm. This role is hands-on and tactical, supporting both the technical and compliance sides of cybersecurity. You’ll be involved in monitoring threats, responding to security events, assisting with audits, and helping to maintain security tools and documentation.

This position is best suited for someone who is detail-oriented, curious, and comfortable switching between technical tasks and compliance work.

Requirements

Key Responsibilities

• Work with SOC team to respond and triage alerts from security tools (EDR, SIEM, email filters, etc.).
• Support external and internal client compliance audits.
• Assist with internal audit process by gathering evidence, tracking issues, and documenting resolutions.
• Maintain and update the firm’s risk register and track mitigation activities.
• Collaborate with vendors to verify security control implementations and review vendor risk.
• Assist in drafting, reviewing, and publishing security policies and standards.
• Lead the firm’s security awareness program (trainings, phishing simulations, monthly tips).
• Summarize and share relevant threat intelligence and advisories with IT leadership.
• Help respond to client security questionnaires and maintain reusable evidence packages.
• Assist with configuration and monitoring of security tools like CrowdStrike, Varonis
• Support data classification efforts and help monitor for insider risks or DLP violations.

Qualifications

• 1–4 years of experience in information security, IT operations, or compliance.
• Working knowledge of cybersecurity concepts, tools, and frameworks (e.g., NIST, CIS, ISO 27001).
• Strong documentation and organizational skills.
• Familiarity with ticketing, logging, and security tooling.
• Experience with Microsoft 365 and cloud security tools is a plus.
• Security-related certifications (Security+, SSCP, or similar) preferred.

Ideal Traits

• Detail-oriented, curious, and analytical.
• Comfortable working independently and in cross-functional teams.
• Strong communicator—able to explain technical issues to non-technical staff.
• Eager to learn, adapt, and take ownership of evolving responsibilities.

Benefits:

• Monthly parking reimbursement up to $100/month or fully paid metro transit card.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and their families.
• Life and Disability benefits
• Health Savings Account with employer contribution if enrolled in high deductible medical plan
• 401(k) plan with 4% employer Safe Harbor contributions (eligibility after 1,000 hours).
• Paid time off.
• Business casual dress code.
• Employee recognition program

Salary & Bonus Information: Salary range $80,000-95,000 based on level of experience. Eligible for discretionary annual bonus based on company and individual performance.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Messerli Kramer is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, national origin, or any other characteristic protected by law.