Job Description
Join our elite cybersecurity team at NexusGuard Cyber Solutions, where your expertise protects critical infrastructure for Fortune 500 clients across Virginia Beach and beyond.
We're seeking a passionate Cybersecurity Analyst to monitor, detect, and respond to sophisticated cyber threats. You'll work in our state-of-the-art Security Operations Center (SOC), leveraging cutting-edge tools to safeguard enterprise systems. This role offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for advanced certifications.
Responsibilities
- Monitor SIEM platforms (Splunk, QRadar) for anomalous activity and security incidents
- Conduct threat hunting using MITRE ATT&CK framework and threat intelligence feeds
- Lead incident response activities including containment, eradication, and recovery
- Generate detailed forensic reports and executive summaries for security events
- Collaborate with network engineering teams to implement security controls
- Perform vulnerability assessments and penetration testing simulations
- Develop playbooks for emerging cyber threats and attack vectors
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, IT, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 3+ years in SOC operations or incident response role
- CompTIA Security+, CEH, or CISSP certification (preferred)
- Proficiency in SIEM tools, IDS/IPS, and EDR solutions
- Experience with Windows/Linux system administration
- Strong knowledge of network protocols (TCP/IP, DNS, HTTP)
- Familiarity with compliance frameworks (NIST, ISO 27001)
- Ability to work rotating shifts in 24/7 environment