Job Description
Join our elite cybersecurity team as an immediate hire in Long Beach, CA! As a Cybersecurity Analyst, you'll be the frontline defender protecting our digital infrastructure from sophisticated threats. We're seeking a proactive professional with a passion for security innovation to safeguard critical systems and ensure compliance with industry standards. Enjoy a collaborative environment with cutting-edge tools and opportunities for professional growth. Your expertise will directly impact our organization's resilience in an ever-evolving threat landscape.
Responsibilities
- Monitor, analyze, and respond to security alerts using SIEM platforms (Splunk, QRadar)
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing to identify system weaknesses
- Develop and implement incident response plans for security breaches
- Collaborate with IT teams to enforce security best practices across networks
- Generate comprehensive security reports and executive summaries
- Stay current with emerging threats and threat intelligence sources
- Assist in developing security policies and compliance frameworks (NIST, ISO 27001)
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, IT, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 3+ years of hands-on cybersecurity experience in SOC/NOC environments
- CompTIA Security+, CISSP, or GIAC certification preferred
- Proficiency in network security tools (Firewall, IDS/IPS, EDR)
- Strong understanding of TCP/IP protocols and network architecture
- Experience with threat intelligence platforms (MISP, Recorded Future)
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Ability to work rotating shifts for 24/7 operations coverage