Job Description
Join Fort Wayne's leading cybersecurity defense team as a Cybersecurity Analyst! We're offering a $10,000 sign-on bonus for qualified candidates who can protect our digital infrastructure. This role combines cutting-edge threat detection with hands-on incident response in a collaborative, mission-driven environment. You'll safeguard critical systems while advancing your career in one of America's most affordable tech hubs.
Why Fort Wayne? Enjoy work-life balance with low cost of living, robust professional networks, and direct impact on regional security initiatives. We provide comprehensive training, cutting-edge tools, and clear advancement paths.
Responsibilities
- Monitor security alerts using SIEM tools (Splunk, QRadar) and prioritize incident response
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing on network infrastructure
- Develop and maintain security documentation including playbooks and policies
- Collaborate with IT teams to implement security controls and best practices
- Analyze malware and advanced persistent threats using forensic tools
- Lead security awareness training for employees
- Manage compliance frameworks (NIST, ISO 27001)
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, IT, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 3+ years in cybersecurity operations or threat analysis
- CompTIA Security+ or CISSP certification required
- Proficiency in SIEM platforms and IDS/IPS systems
- Strong knowledge of network protocols and system architectures
- Experience with incident response frameworks (NIST SP 800-61)
- Ability to work rotating on-call shifts