Job Description
Join our elite cybersecurity team protecting critical infrastructure during high-traffic hours. This night shift role offers unparalleled exposure to real-time threat detection and incident response in a 24/7 SOC environment. Enjoy premium compensation, flexible scheduling, and career advancement opportunities in San Diego's thriving tech sector.
Responsibilities
- Monitor SIEM alerts and network traffic for security incidents during night shift hours
- Investigate and respond to cyber threats including malware, ransomware, and APT attacks
- Conduct forensic analysis of security breaches and compile incident reports
- Collaborate with global teams to patch vulnerabilities and implement mitigations
- Maintain security documentation and compliance frameworks (NIST, ISO 27001)
- Perform penetration testing and vulnerability assessments on critical systems
- Train junior analysts on emerging threats and defensive techniques
Qualifications
- 3+ years in cybersecurity operations with SOC experience
- CompTIA Security+ or CISSP certification required
- Proficiency in SIEM tools (Splunk, QRadar) and EDR platforms
- Strong understanding of TCP/IP networking and cloud security (AWS/Azure)
- Experience with threat intelligence platforms (Mandiant, Recorded Future)
- Ability to work independently in high-pressure night shift environment
- Active DoD Secret clearance or ability to obtain one
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field