Job Description
Join our elite cybersecurity team in Lexington, KY as a Cybersecurity Analyst and become a guardian of digital infrastructure. We're seeking a proactive professional to monitor, detect, and mitigate cyber threats across our enterprise systems. This role offers the opportunity to work with cutting-edge security technologies while making a tangible impact in protecting critical business assets.
Why Join Us? Enjoy competitive benefits, flexible work arrangements, and continuous professional development in a collaborative environment where your expertise is valued.
Responsibilities
- Monitor security information and event management (SIEM) systems to identify and respond to potential threats
- Conduct forensic analysis of security incidents and develop mitigation strategies
- Implement and maintain security controls including firewalls, IDS/IPS, and endpoint protection
- Collaborate with IT teams to ensure compliance with NIST, ISO 27001, and regulatory standards
- Generate comprehensive security incident reports and executive dashboards
- Perform vulnerability assessments and penetration testing to identify system weaknesses
- Stay current with emerging cyber threats and recommend defensive improvements
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, IT, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 3+ years of hands-on security operations center (SOC) experience
- CompTIA Security+, CISSP, or GIAC certification preferred
- Proficiency in SIEM tools (Splunk, QRadar) and threat detection methodologies
- Strong knowledge of network protocols, TCP/IP, and cloud security architectures
- Experience with incident response frameworks (NIST SP 800-61)
- Excellent analytical skills and ability to work under pressure
- Valid driver's license and ability to work on-site in Lexington, KY