Job Description
Join Alaska Cyber Shield as a Cybersecurity Analyst and defend critical infrastructure in the Last Frontier! We provide all necessary equipment including high-end workstations, specialized security software, and testing tools. This remote-friendly role offers competitive compensation and the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies while making a tangible impact on Alaska's digital security landscape.
Responsibilities
- Monitor and analyze security alerts using SIEM platforms (Splunk, QRadar)
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing
- Develop incident response playbooks and coordinate breach mitigation
- Implement and maintain firewalls, IDS/IPS, and endpoint security solutions
- Generate executive security reports and compliance documentation
- Collaborate with IT teams on secure architecture design
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 network protocols (TCP/IP, DNS, HTTP)
- Experience with cloud security (AWS/Azure) frameworks
- Strong analytical skills and incident response experience