Job Description
Urgent Hiring: Cybersecurity Analyst in Washington DC
Join our elite cybersecurity team protecting critical national infrastructure. We're seeking a proactive Cybersecurity Analyst to defend against evolving threats in a high-stakes environment. This urgent opening offers immediate impact on federal agency security protocols. If you're passionate about safeguarding digital assets and thrive under pressure, this is your moment to make a difference.
Responsibilities
- Monitor and analyze security alerts using SIEM tools (Splunk, QRadar)
- Investigate security incidents and coordinate incident response
- Perform vulnerability assessments and penetration testing
- Develop and implement security controls for cloud/on-premises systems
- Generate comprehensive security reports for leadership
- Collaborate with IT teams on security architecture improvements
- Stay current with threat intelligence and emerging attack vectors
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, IT, or related field
- 3+ years experience in security operations or incident response
- CompTIA Security+ or CISSP certification required
- Expertise in NIST frameworks and compliance standards
- Proficiency with security tools (Wireshark, Metasploit, Nessus)
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Active TS/SCI clearance preferred
- Ability to work rotating shifts for 24/7 operations