Job Description
We are seeking a highly skilled and proactive Cybersecurity Analyst to join our elite security operations team in Detroit, Michigan. This is an urgent hiring opportunity for a driven professional ready to defend critical infrastructure in a fast-paced environment. You will be instrumental in protecting our assets, managing incident response, and ensuring our organization remains resilient against evolving cyber threats. If you are looking for a challenging role where your expertise matters, apply today.
Responsibilities
- Security Monitoring: Monitor, analyze, and respond to security alerts and events in real-time using SIEM and EDR tools to prevent breaches.
- Incident Response: Lead the investigation, containment, and eradication of security incidents, ensuring rapid recovery and minimal business impact.
- Vulnerability Management: Conduct regular vulnerability scans, penetration tests, and code reviews to identify and patch system weaknesses.
- Threat Hunting: Proactively search for hidden threats and malicious activity within the network environment using advanced detection techniques.
- Access Control: Manage user permissions, enforce Identity and Access Management (IAM) policies, and conduct privilege reviews.
- Compliance: Ensure adherence to regulatory frameworks (GDPR, HIPAA, NIST) through documentation, audits, and policy enforcement.
Qualifications
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or a related field; or equivalent professional experience.
- Certifications: CISSP, CEH, Security+, or CompTIA PenTest+ is required; GCIH preferred.
- Experience: Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in cybersecurity analysis, SOC operations, or incident response.
- Technical Proficiency: Strong knowledge of Linux, Windows, networking, and scripting (Python or PowerShell).
- Tools: Hands-on experience with SIEM (Splunk, QRadar), FireEye, Palo Alto, and IDS/IPS solutions.
- Soft Skills: Exceptional analytical thinking, communication skills, and the ability to work under pressure in a 24/7 SOC environment.