Job Description
Join our elite cybersecurity team in Houston, TX, and become a guardian of digital assets at CyberShield Technologies. We're hiring immediately for a Cybersecurity Analyst to protect our enterprise infrastructure against evolving threats. This role offers dynamic challenges, cutting-edge tools, and opportunities for rapid career advancement in one of America's fastest-growing tech hubs.
Responsibilities
- Monitor and analyze security alerts using SIEM platforms (Splunk, QRadar)
- Investigate security incidents and coordinate response procedures
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing
- Implement security controls and recommend improvements
- Generate comprehensive incident reports and executive summaries
- Collaborate with IT teams to ensure compliance with NIST/CIS frameworks
- Stay current on emerging threats and attack vectors
Qualifications
- 3+ years in cybersecurity operations or incident response
- CompTIA Security+ or CISSP certification required
- Expertise in SIEM tools, firewalls, and IDS/IPS systems
- Experience with threat intelligence platforms (Mandiant, Recorded Future)
- Knowledge of network protocols and Windows/Linux environments
- Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
- Ability to work under pressure during security incidents
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field