Cybersecurity Analyst

Job Description

We are looking for a Cybersecurity Analyst to protect the organization’s networks, systems, applications, and sensitive data from cyber threats. The successful candidate will monitor security events, investigate incidents, assess vulnerabilities, implement security controls, and collaborate with IT teams to strengthen the organization’s cybersecurity posture.

The ideal candidate has experience with Security Operations Centers (SOC), SIEM platforms, endpoint security, vulnerability management, and cloud security technologies.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor security alerts using SIEM platforms such as Microsoft Sentinel, Splunk, or QRadar.
• Analyze security events and investigate potential cyber threats.
• Detect, triage, and respond to cybersecurity incidents.
• Conduct vulnerability assessments and coordinate remediation activities.
• Perform threat analysis and recommend mitigation strategies.
• Monitor endpoint detection and response (EDR) tools.
• Support phishing investigations and email security initiatives.
• Review firewall, IDS/IPS, VPN, and network security logs.
• Collaborate with IT teams to implement security best practices.
• Assist with security audits, compliance assessments, and risk management activities.
• Develop incident response documentation and playbooks.
• Support cloud security monitoring across AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud.
• Create security reports and dashboards for leadership.
• Stay current with emerging cyber threats, attack techniques, and industry trends.

Required Skills

• Security Operations Center (SOC)
• SIEM (Microsoft Sentinel, Splunk, IBM QRadar)
• Incident Response
• Threat Detection
• Vulnerability Assessment
• Endpoint Detection & Response (Microsoft Defender, CrowdStrike)
• Network Security
• TCP/IP
• DNS
• Firewalls
• VPN
• Active Directory
• Microsoft 365 Security
• Cloud Security (AWS, Azure, GCP)
• PowerShell or Python (Basic)
• MITRE ATT&CK Framework
• NIST Cybersecurity Framework
• Risk Assessment
• Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• 2–5 years of cybersecurity or SOC experience.
• Experience with SIEM and EDR platforms.
• Knowledge of Windows, Linux, and cloud environments.
• Familiarity with Zero Trust security architecture.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Certifications

• CompTIA Security+
• CompTIA CySA+
• GIAC Certified Incident Handler (GCIH)
• GIAC Certified Intrusion Analyst (GCIA)
• Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
• Microsoft Certified: Security Operations Analyst (SC-200)
• Microsoft Certified: Cybersecurity Architect Expert (SC-100)
• AWS Certified Security – Specialty
• Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)

Common Tools & Technologies

• Microsoft Sentinel
• Splunk Enterprise Security
• IBM QRadar
• CrowdStrike Falcon
• Microsoft Defender XDR
• Microsoft Defender for Endpoint
• Palo Alto Cortex XDR
• Tenable Nessus
• Qualys VMDR
• Rapid7 InsightVM
• Microsoft Entra ID
• Okta
• Cisco Secure Firewall
• Palo Alto Networks
• Wireshark
• Burp Suite
• Nmap
• Microsoft Azure
• Amazon Web Services (AWS)
• Google Cloud Platform (GCP)
• Jira
• ServiceNow

Benefits

• Competitive salary with annual bonus
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Remote/Hybrid work options
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid certifications and professional training
• Career advancement opportunities
• Wellness programs
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)