Job Description
Protect the digital frontier of Las Vegas' booming tech sector! NexusGuard Security Solutions seeks a proactive Cybersecurity Analyst to defend critical infrastructure against evolving cyber threats. Join our elite team safeguarding Fortune 500 clients and emerging innovators in Nevada's cybersecurity hub.
As a key defender of digital assets, you'll monitor 24/7 security operations, analyze attack patterns, and implement cutting-edge defense strategies. This role offers unparalleled growth opportunities in one of America's fastest-growing cybersecurity markets.
Responsibilities
- Monitor SIEM tools for threat detection and incident response coordination
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing on enterprise systems
- Develop and maintain security documentation, including playbooks and policies
- Lead forensic investigations of security breaches and cyber incidents
- Collaborate with IT teams to implement security controls and best practices
- Generate executive security reports and threat intelligence briefings
- Stay current with emerging threats and countermeasure technologies
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, IT, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 3+ years in cybersecurity operations or incident response
- CompTIA Security+, CISSP, or CEH certification required
- Proficiency in SIEM platforms (Splunk, QRadar) and IDS/IPS systems
- Strong knowledge of network protocols and cloud security architectures
- Experience with threat hunting and malware analysis
- Excellent communication skills for cross-functional collaboration
- Active DoD Secret clearance preferred