Job Description
Immediate Opening: Cybersecurity Analyst in Austin, TX
Join our elite cybersecurity team at SecureNet Solutions, where innovation meets protection. We're seeking a passionate Cybersecurity Analyst to safeguard our digital infrastructure and lead proactive threat detection initiatives. This is a high-impact role offering cutting-edge tools and rapid career growth in Austin's thriving tech scene.
As a key defender of our systems, you'll collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement robust security protocols and ensure regulatory compliance. If you thrive in fast-paced environments and possess a relentless drive to outsmart cyber threats, we want you on our team.
Responsibilities
- Monitor security systems (SIEM, IDS/IPS) to detect, analyze, and respond to cyber threats in real-time
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing to identify system weaknesses
- Incident response coordination including forensic analysis and mitigation strategies
- Develop and maintain security documentation (policies, playbooks, reports)
- Collaborate with IT teams to implement security best practices across cloud and on-premise environments
- Stay current with emerging threats and industry trends to enhance defense mechanisms
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, IT, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 3+ years hands-on experience in cybersecurity operations (SOC, threat detection, incident response)
- Industry certifications (CISSP, Security+, CEH, or equivalent)
- Proficiency in SIEM tools (Splunk, QRadar, ArcSight)
- Strong knowledge of network protocols, cloud security (AWS/Azure), and threat intelligence
- Experience with vulnerability scanning tools (Nessus, Qualys)
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities with attention to detail