Job Description
Are you ready to defend the digital frontier from the heart of Hawaii? Pacific Horizon Tech is seeking a dynamic Cybersecurity Analyst to join our growing team in Honolulu. We specialize in providing top-tier IT solutions to government and private sectors, and we are looking for a security-minded professional who values weekly pay and career growth.
In this role, you will be the first line of defense against cyber threats, ensuring our infrastructure remains impenetrable. We pride ourselves on a culture of transparency and excellence, offering a competitive salary structure with the financial flexibility of getting paid every week.
What You’ll Do:
- Monitor security systems and respond to security incidents with speed and precision.
- Perform vulnerability assessments and penetration testing to proactively identify weaknesses.
- Implement and manage security controls, including firewalls, antivirus, and SIEM solutions.
- Conduct security audits and ensure compliance with relevant data protection regulations (e.g., HIPAA, NIST).
- Collaborate with IT staff to patch systems and improve overall security posture.
Who We’re Looking For:
- Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or a related field.
- 3-5 years of experience in cybersecurity or network administration.
- Certifications such as CISSP, CEH, Security+, or GCIH are a major plus.
- Strong knowledge of network protocols, cloud security (AWS/Azure), and Windows/Linux environments.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Responsibilities
- Monitor security alerts and traffic logs to detect and mitigate potential threats in real-time.
- Conduct regular security audits and vulnerability scans to ensure system integrity.
- Manage and configure firewalls, intrusion detection systems (IDS), and endpoint protection tools.
- Investigate and resolve security incidents, documenting root causes and remediation steps.
- Ensure compliance with local and federal cybersecurity standards and regulations.
- Develop and maintain security policies, procedures, and awareness training materials.
- Collaborate with development teams to integrate security best practices into the software development lifecycle (DevSecOps).
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related technical field.
- Minimum of 3-5 years of hands-on experience in cybersecurity or network administration.
- Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) or Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) preferred.
- Deep understanding of TCP/IP, VPNs, and network architecture.
- Experience with SIEM tools (e.g., Splunk, QRadar) and log analysis.
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to troubleshoot complex security issues under pressure.
- Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel for on-site security assessments if required.