Cybersecurity Lead Analyst (Hybrid)

Job overview

The Cybersecurity Lead Analyst role is hybrid in Charlotte, NC, with pay of $49–$50 per hour. The posting lists Chicago, IL; Iselin, NJ; and Portland, OR as work locations, while the structural listing location is Charlotte, NC. The analyst leads cybersecurity team activities and strategy, manages Microsoft security platforms, and coordinates threat detection, incident response, and risk remediation. The role also supports compliance, security documentation, audit readiness, and organization-wide security awareness.

What you'll do

• Lead and mentor the cybersecurity team
• develop and execute cybersecurity strategy
• collaborate with IT leadership on risk and priorities
• administer Microsoft Defender, Sentinel, Purview, and Entra ID
• review Microsoft 365 and Azure security configurations
• conduct monthly attack simulations
• lead threat hunting and incident response
• maintain automated response playbooks
• coordinate incident investigations
• conduct risk assessments and vulnerability scans
• maintain security documentation and promote awareness.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

cybersecurity lead analyst

hybrid

charlotte nc

chicago il

iselin nj

portland or

axelon services corporation

$49–$50/hr

microsoft defender

microsoft sentinel

microsoft purview

entra id

threat hunting

incident response

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

The posting specifies hybrid work and lists multiple work locations; the stated contract end date is April 25, 2027.

About the employer

Axelon Services Corporation is hiring for this role. Industry: Temporary Help Services. Sector: 56.