Job Description
Join our elite cybersecurity team protecting Fortune 500 clients in Chicago's thriving tech hub. As a Senior Cybersecurity Analyst, you'll safeguard critical infrastructure against evolving cyber threats while working with cutting-edge technologies in a collaborative, mission-driven environment.
We offer comprehensive benefits including flexible work arrangements, professional development stipends, and a culture that values continuous learning. Our downtown Chicago office provides easy access to public transportation and vibrant urban amenities.
Responsibilities
- Monitor and analyze security alerts using SIEM platforms (Splunk, QRadar) to detect and respond to sophisticated cyber threats
- Lead incident response investigations for security breaches, documenting findings and recommending remediation actions
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing on enterprise systems and cloud environments
- Develop and maintain security automation scripts using Python or PowerShell for threat detection and response
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement security controls aligned with NIST and ISO 27001 frameworks
- Generate executive-level security reports and brief stakeholders on threat landscape trends
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or related field (Master's preferred)
- 5+ years of hands-on cybersecurity experience with SIEM implementation and incident response
- Industry certifications: CISSP, GIAC GCIH, or CompTIA Security+
- Proficiency in threat intelligence platforms (Mandiant, Recorded Future) and network security tools
- Experience with cloud security (AWS/Azure) and containerized environments
- Strong analytical skills with ability to correlate complex security data
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills for technical and non-technical audiences