Job Description
Join our elite cybersecurity team in Oakland, CA and defend critical infrastructure against evolving threats! We're urgently seeking a passionate Cybersecurity Analyst to safeguard our digital assets. As a key defender of our enterprise, you'll work in a cutting-edge environment tackling real-world cyber challenges. This urgent opening requires immediate availability to start within 2 weeks. Enjoy competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to make a tangible impact on national security.
Why Apply? Our Oakland headquarters offers hybrid flexibility, state-of-the-art security operations center, and direct access to executive leadership. We invest heavily in your professional growth through certifications, conference sponsorships, and mentorship programs.
Responsibilities
- Monitor, detect, and respond to security incidents using SIEM tools (Splunk, QRadar)
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing across cloud/on-prem infrastructure
- Develop and maintain security documentation (playbooks, runbooks, policies)
- Collaborate with IT teams to implement zero-trust architecture solutions
- Analyze threat intelligence feeds and proactively mitigate emerging risks
- Lead incident response coordination during security breaches
- Generate executive-level security reports and dashboards
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, IT, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 3+ years hands-on experience in SOC operations or incident response
- Active CISSP, Security+, or CEH certification (required)
- Proficiency in network security tools (Firewalls, IDS/IPS, WAF)
- Strong knowledge of cloud security (AWS/Azure/GCP) frameworks
- Experience with NIST and ISO 27001 compliance frameworks
- Ability to work rotating shifts in 24/7 security operations environment