Monitor and respond to security incidents using SIEM/IDS/firewalls; perform vulnerability assessments and penetration testing; analyze threat intelligence; collaborate with IT to implement security best practices; support SOC 2 compliance, reporting, policies, and employee training.
Cybersecurity Analyst is a detail-oriented and proactive member of our dynamic infrastructure team.
This position monitors, analyzes and responds to security incidents, ensuring compliance with industry standards and helping to fortify our defenses against emerging risks. This role plays a critical part in protecting our organization's information systems from cyber threats.
If you're passionate about cybersecurity and thrive in a fast-paced environment, this is your opportunity to make a real impact.
Responsibilities- Monitor network traffic, systems, and applications for suspicious activities using security tools like SIEM (Security Information and Event Management) systems, intrusion detection systems (IDS), and firewalls.
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing to identify and mitigate potential security weaknesses.
- Investigate and respond to security incidents, including malware infections, data breaches, and unauthorized access attempts, following established incident response protocols.
- Analyze threat intelligence from various sources to stay ahead of emerging cyber threats and recommend proactive measures.
- Collaborate with IT and development teams to implement security best practices, such as secure coding, access controls, and encryption.
- Prepare detailed reports on security findings, incidents, and compliance status for management and regulatory bodies.
- Assist in developing and updating security policies, procedures, and training programs for employees.
- Ensure compliance with relevant regulations (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA, NIST frameworks) and participate in audits.
- Stay current with cybersecurity trends, tools, and certifications through continuous learning and professional development.
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
- 2+ years of experience in cybersecurity, IT security, or a similar role.
- Strong knowledge of networking protocols, operating systems (Windows, Linux), and cloud environments (AWS, Azure).
- Hands-on experience with vulnerability management tools (web application and infrastructure scanning)
- SOC 2 compliance knowledge: Understanding of Type 1 & Type 2 controls, audit processes, and evidence requirements
- SQL proficiency: Comfortable writing queries to analyze logs, generate reports, and support compliance activities
- Cloud security experience: Working knowledge of Microsoft 365/Azure, AWS, or GCP environments
- Incident response skills: Experience investigating and responding to security incidents, phishing, account compromises
- Access management: Understanding of least-privilege principles and user access controls in SaaS environments
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team in high-pressure situations.
Top Skills
Siem,Ids,Firewalls,Windows,Linux,Aws,Azure,Gcp,Microsoft 365,Sql,Vulnerability Scanning,Penetration Testing
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