Job Description
Join our elite cybersecurity team and become the digital guardian of our organization's critical infrastructure. As an immediate hire Cybersecurity Analyst in Austin, you'll be at the forefront of protecting our systems from evolving cyber threats. This is a high-impact role requiring rapid decision-making and proactive threat hunting. If you're passionate about cybersecurity and ready to make an immediate impact, this is your moment to shine.
Responsibilities
- Monitor, detect, and respond to security incidents using SIEM platforms (e.g., Splunk, QRadar)
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing
- Analyze network traffic and logs for suspicious activity
- Develop and maintain security documentation (playbooks, policies)
- Collaborate with IT teams to implement security controls
- Lead incident response investigations and recovery operations
- Stay updated on emerging threats and mitigation techniques
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, IT, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 3+ years in cybersecurity operations or incident response
- Industry certifications (CISSP, Security+, CEH, or GIAC preferred)
- Proficiency in SIEM tools and threat intelligence platforms
- Experience with network security protocols (TCP/IP, DNS, firewalls)
- Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
- Ability to thrive in fast-paced, high-pressure environments