Job Description
Join NexusShield Technologies as a Cybersecurity Analyst in Boston and become a guardian of digital innovation. We're seeking a vigilant professional to protect our enterprise infrastructure against evolving cyber threats. This role offers the chance to work with cutting-edge security tools while advancing your career in one of America's most tech-driven cities. Enjoy competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth in a collaborative environment.
Responsibilities
- Monitor and analyze security alerts using SIEM platforms (Splunk, QRadar)
- Investigate cybersecurity incidents and coordinate breach response protocols
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing on network assets
- Develop and maintain security documentation (policies, playbooks, reports)
- Collaborate with IT teams to implement security controls and best practices
- Stay current on threat intelligence and emerging attack vectors
- Support compliance initiatives (NIST, ISO 27001, GDPR)
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, IT, or related field
- 3+ years of hands-on cybersecurity experience
- CompTIA Security+, CISSP, or CEH certification preferred
- Proficiency in network security tools (firewalls, IDS/IPS, EDR)
- Strong understanding of TCP/IP, DNS, and common protocols
- Experience with incident response frameworks (NIST SP 800-61)
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Effective communication skills for cross-functional collaboration