Job Description
Join our elite cybersecurity team at SecureShield Technologies and become a guardian of digital infrastructure in the nation's capital. We're seeking a meticulous Cybersecurity Analyst to proactively identify threats, protect critical systems, and safeguard sensitive data for federal agencies and Fortune 500 partners. Work in a cutting-edge environment where your expertise directly impacts national security and organizational resilience.
Responsibilities
- Monitor and analyze security alerts using SIEM platforms (Splunk, QRadar) to detect and respond to cyber threats
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing across enterprise networks
- Develop incident response playbooks and lead breach investigations
- Collaborate with IT teams to implement security controls and harden systems
- Generate executive-level security reports and compliance documentation
- Stay current with threat intelligence and emerging attack vectors
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or related field
- 3+ years of experience in SOC operations or incident response
- CompTIA Security+ and CISSP certifications (or equivalent)
- Proficiency in threat detection tools (IDS/IPS, EDR, firewalls)
- Experience with NIST frameworks and federal compliance standards
- Strong analytical skills and ability to work under pressure
- Active TS/SCI clearance preferred