Job Description
Join our elite cybersecurity team in Chicago and become a guardian of digital assets. At CyberShield Dynamics, we're pioneering next-gen security solutions for Fortune 500 clients. As a Cybersecurity Analyst, you'll protect critical infrastructure from sophisticated threats in a dynamic, collaborative environment. Enjoy competitive benefits, continuous learning opportunities, and the chance to shape our security roadmap.
Responsibilities
- Monitor and analyze security alerts using SIEM tools (Splunk, QRadar)
- Investigate security incidents, conduct forensic analysis, and implement remediation
- Perform vulnerability assessments and penetration testing on network infrastructure
- Develop and maintain security policies, procedures, and playbooks
- Collaborate with IT teams to integrate security into system architectures
- Generate comprehensive security reports for executive stakeholders
- Stay current on emerging threats and threat intelligence trends
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or related field
- 3+ years of hands-on cybersecurity experience in a SOC environment
- CompTIA Security+, CISSP, or CEH certification required
- Expertise in network security protocols (TCP/IP, DNS, firewalls)
- Proficiency with SIEM tools and security automation frameworks
- Strong analytical skills with attention to detail
- Ability to work under pressure during security incidents
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills