Job Description
Join our elite cybersecurity team at NexusGuard Security and become a guardian of digital assets in Indianapolis. We're seeking a proactive Cybersecurity Analyst to detect, investigate, and mitigate sophisticated cyber threats targeting our enterprise infrastructure. This hybrid role combines cutting-edge threat intelligence with hands-on incident response, offering unparalleled growth opportunities in a rapidly evolving field.
Responsibilities
- Monitor SIEM platforms (Splunk, QRadar) for anomalous network activity and security incidents
- Conduct forensic analysis of security breaches using tools like Wireshark and EnCase
- Develop and implement security controls to protect cloud environments (AWS/Azure)
- Collaborate with IT teams to patch vulnerabilities and harden systems
- Generate comprehensive incident reports and executive security dashboards
- Lead phishing simulation campaigns and security awareness training
- Stay current with emerging threats via MITRE ATT&CK framework updates
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, IT, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 3+ years hands-on experience in SOC operations or threat detection
- CompTIA Security+, CISSP, or GIAC certification preferred
- Proficiency in SIEM tools and network packet analysis
- Strong knowledge of NIST frameworks and compliance standards
- Experience with EDR solutions (CrowdStrike, SentinelOne)
- Excellent written/verbal communication skills for cross-functional collaboration