Job Description
Join CyberGuard Solutions Inc., a leader in regional cybersecurity defense, as we expand our El Paso operations. We're seeking a dedicated Cybersecurity Analyst to protect critical infrastructure for government and enterprise clients in the Southwest. Enjoy competitive benefits, flexible hybrid work, and career advancement opportunities in one of America's fastest-growing tech hubs.
Why Join Us? Work with cutting-edge security technologies, mentorship from CISSP-certified professionals, and participate in high-impact threat intelligence operations. Our El Paso team provides 24/7 SOC support with state-of-the-art tools including Splunk, CrowdStrike, and Palo Alto Networks.
Responsibilities
- Monitor and analyze security alerts using SIEM platforms (Splunk, QRadar)
- Investigate security incidents and coordinate incident response activities
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing on network assets
- Develop and maintain security documentation (playbooks, runbooks)
- Collaborate with IT teams to implement security controls and best practices
- Generate threat intelligence reports for executive stakeholders
- Participate in red team/blue team exercises and security awareness training
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, IT, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 3+ years in cybersecurity operations or SOC environments
- Industry certifications: Security+, CISSP, or CompTIA CySA+ preferred
- Proficiency in network security tools (firewalls, IDS/IPS, EDR)
- Strong knowledge of NIST frameworks and compliance standards
- Experience with threat hunting and malware analysis techniques
- Excellent written/verbal communication skills for cross-functional collaboration