Job Description
Join CyberShield Solutions as a Cybersecurity Analyst and become a guardian of digital assets in Chicago's thriving tech landscape. We're seeking a proactive professional to protect our enterprise infrastructure against evolving cyber threats. This hybrid role offers dynamic challenges, mentorship from industry experts, and opportunities to shape our security posture. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement cutting-edge security measures while advancing your career in one of America's most innovative cybersecurity hubs.
Responsibilities
- Monitor SIEM tools for threat detection and incident response
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing
- Develop and maintain security documentation (policies, playbooks)
- Investigate security incidents using forensic methodologies
- Implement security controls for cloud and on-premise environments
- Coordinate with IT teams on security architecture improvements
- Stay current with emerging threats and industry best practices
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, IT, or related field
- 3+ years of hands-on security operations experience
- CompTIA Security+ or CISSP certification required
- Proficiency in SIEM tools (Splunk, QRadar) and EDR solutions
- Strong knowledge of NIST frameworks and compliance standards
- Experience with threat intelligence platforms (Mandiant, Recorded Future)
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills