Job Description
Join NexusShield's elite cybersecurity team as a Cybersecurity Analyst in Columbus, OH! Protect critical infrastructure from evolving threats while advancing your career in a dynamic, mission-driven environment. We offer cutting-edge tools, comprehensive training, and a culture that values innovation and continuous learning.
Responsibilities
- Monitor security information and event management (SIEM) systems to detect and respond to cyber threats
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing on network infrastructure
- Develop and implement security incident response plans and playbooks
- Collaborate with IT teams to ensure compliance with NIST and CIS frameworks
- Generate detailed security reports and executive dashboards
- Lead forensic investigations during security incidents
- Stay current with emerging threats and recommend mitigation strategies
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, IT, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 3+ years in cybersecurity operations or threat detection
- CompTIA Security+ or CISSP certification required
- Proficiency in SIEM tools (Splunk, QRadar) and IDS/IPS systems
- Experience with vulnerability scanning (Nessus, Qualys)
- Strong knowledge of network protocols and Windows/Linux systems
- Ability to thrive in high-pressure incident response scenarios