Job Description
Join our award-winning cybersecurity team in Saint Paul, MN as a Cybersecurity Analyst. We're seeking a dedicated professional to protect our enterprise infrastructure from evolving cyber threats. This direct-hire role offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for career growth in a dynamic tech environment.
Our ideal candidate will thrive in fast-paced security operations, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and contribute to our zero-trust security framework. If you're passionate about safeguarding critical systems and want to make a tangible impact, we encourage you to apply today.
Responsibilities
- Monitor and analyze security alerts using SIEM platforms (Splunk, QRadar)
- Investigate security incidents and coordinate response activities
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing
- Develop and maintain security documentation (playbooks, policies)
- Collaborate with IT teams on security hardening initiatives
- Stay current on emerging threats and countermeasures
- Participate in security awareness training for employees
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, IT, or related field
- 3+ years of hands-on cybersecurity experience
- CompTIA Security+ or CISSP certification preferred
- Proficiency in network security tools (firewalls, IDS/IPS)
- Strong knowledge of NIST frameworks and compliance standards
- Experience with incident response procedures (NIST SP 800-61)
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work independently and under pressure