Senior Cybersecurity Analyst

Job Description:

Overview:
We are seeking a highly experienced and motivated Senior Cybersecurity Analyst to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in cybersecurity, with a focus on threat detection, incident response, and security operations. This role requires a deep understanding of cyber threats, vulnerabilities, and defensive strategies.

Responsibilities:

• Monitor and analyze security alerts and events across multiple platforms and systems.
• Investigate and respond to security incidents, including malware analysis, forensic investigations, and root cause analysis.
• Implement and maintain security controls, including firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, and endpoint protection solutions.
• Collaborate with IT and development teams to integrate security best practices into software development lifecycle (SDLC).
• Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing to identify and remediate security weaknesses.
• Develop and maintain security policies, procedures, and guidelines.
• Provide technical expertise and guidance to junior security analysts and other team members.
• Stay current with emerging cyber threats, attack techniques, and industry best practices.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field. Master’s degree preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in cybersecurity, with a focus on security operations and incident response.
• Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) or Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) certification preferred.
• Strong understanding of networking protocols, operating systems, and cloud environments.
• Experience with security tools such as SIEM, IDS/IPS, firewalls, and vulnerability scanners.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
• Knowledge of DevSecOps practices and tools.
• Experience with mobile security and IoT security.
• Familiarity with compliance frameworks such as NIST, ISO 27001, or PCI DSS.

Clearance:
Active Top Secret/SCI clearance required. Ability to obtain a polygraph is preferred.