Job Description
Join our elite cybersecurity team in St. Louis and become a guardian of digital innovation! CyberShield Technologies Inc. is seeking a passionate Cybersecurity Analyst to protect our enterprise infrastructure from evolving threats. You'll work in our state-of-art Security Operations Center (SOC) and play a critical role in safeguarding sensitive data for Fortune 500 clients across the Midwest. Enjoy competitive benefits, professional development opportunities, and a collaborative environment where your expertise makes a real impact.
Responsibilities
- Monitor security information and event management (SIEM) systems to detect and respond to cyber threats
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing to identify system weaknesses
- Investigate security incidents, document findings, and implement remediation protocols
- Develop and maintain security documentation including incident response plans and policies
- Collaborate with IT teams to implement security controls and ensure compliance with NIST and CIS frameworks
- Provide real-time threat intelligence analysis and proactive threat hunting
- Lead security awareness training for employees across the organization
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, IT, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 3+ years of hands-on experience in SOC operations or incident response
- CompTIA Security+, CISSP, or GIAC certification preferred
- Proficiency with SIEM platforms (Splunk, QRadar) and IDS/IPS tools
- Strong understanding of network protocols, cloud security (AWS/Azure), and threat intelligence
- Experience with vulnerability scanning tools (Nessus, Qualys) and penetration testing
- Excellent analytical skills and ability to work under pressure during security incidents