Job Description
Join our elite cybersecurity team protecting Fortune 500 clients from evolving digital threats. At NexusCyber Defense, we're revolutionizing threat detection in the Midwest's tech hub. This hybrid role combines cutting-edge incident response with proactive defense strategies, offering unparalleled career growth in one of America's fastest-growing cybersecurity markets.
Responsibilities
- Lead SIEM operations and advanced threat hunting using Splunk and Darktrace
- Conduct forensic investigations and remediation of complex security incidents
- Develop and maintain security automation scripts using Python and PowerShell
- Collaborate with DevOps teams to implement cloud security controls (AWS/Azure)
- Perform vulnerability assessments and penetration testing engagements
- Document security procedures and create executive-level threat reports
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, IT, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 5+ years in cybersecurity with 2+ years in incident response
- CISSP, CEH, or GIAC certifications required
- Expertise in NIST CSF framework and MITRE ATT&CK tactics
- Proficient in network security tools (Firewalls, IDS/IPS, EDR)
- Experience with cloud security architectures and compliance frameworks