Job Description
Join CyberGuard Technologies as a Cybersecurity Analyst and protect critical infrastructure from evolving threats. We're a leading cybersecurity firm in San Diego seeking passionate professionals to start immediately. Enjoy competitive compensation, cutting-edge tools, and a collaborative environment where your expertise directly impacts our clients' security posture. Apply today and begin your mission to safeguard digital assets tomorrow.
Responsibilities
- Monitor security alerts using SIEM platforms (Splunk, QRadar) and investigate potential threats
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing to identify system weaknesses
- Incident response coordination including threat containment and forensic analysis
- Develop and maintain security documentation including playbooks and policies
- Collaborate with IT teams to implement security controls and best practices
- Analyze network traffic patterns to detect anomalous activities
- Stay updated on emerging threats and recommend mitigation strategies
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or related field
- 3+ years of experience in cybersecurity operations or incident response
- Certifications: CISSP, Security+, CEH, or GIAC preferred
- Proficiency with SIEM tools and threat intelligence platforms
- Strong knowledge of network protocols and security architectures
- Experience with vulnerability scanning tools (Nessus, Qualys)
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work under pressure during security incidents