Job Description
Join NexusGuard Security as a Cybersecurity Analyst and become a guardian of digital assets in Portland's thriving tech ecosystem. We're seeking a proactive professional to detect, analyze, and mitigate cyber threats across our enterprise infrastructure. You'll collaborate with elite security teams to safeguard sensitive data and ensure regulatory compliance in an environment that values innovation and continuous learning.
Responsibilities
- Monitor and analyze security alerts using SIEM platforms (Splunk, QRadar)
- Investigate security incidents and lead forensic analysis
- Develop and maintain security documentation (playbooks, policies)
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing
- Collaborate with IT teams on security hardening initiatives
- Stay current with emerging threats and industry best practices
Qualifications
- 3+ years of cybersecurity experience with SOC operations
- CISSP, CEH, or Security+ certification required
- Proficiency in threat detection tools (CrowdStrike, Palo Alto)
- Experience with incident response protocols (NIST SP 800-61)
- Strong knowledge of network security architectures
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities