Job Description
Join Alaska's premier cybersecurity defense team immediately! We're seeking a proactive Cybersecurity Analyst to safeguard critical infrastructure for government and enterprise clients in Anchorage. This urgent opening requires someone ready to hit the ground running protecting Alaska's digital landscape from sophisticated threats.
Our team operates in a dynamic environment where your expertise will directly impact the security posture of high-value assets. You'll work with cutting-edge tools and collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement robust security measures. This is your chance to make an immediate impact in a mission-critical role.
Responsibilities
- Monitor and analyze security alerts using SIEM platforms (Splunk, QRadar)
- Conduct incident response including threat hunting and forensic analysis
- Implement and maintain firewalls, IDS/IPS, and endpoint security solutions
- Perform vulnerability assessments and penetration testing
- Develop security documentation and compliance reports
- Collaborate with IT teams on security architecture improvements
- Lead security awareness training for staff
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, IT, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 3+ years hands-on cybersecurity experience in SOC or analyst role
- CompTIA Security+ or CISSP certification (or ability to obtain within 90 days)
- Proficiency in network security tools (Wireshark, Nmap)
- Strong understanding of NIST frameworks and compliance standards
- Experience with incident response protocols (NIST SP 800-61)
- Ability to work flexible hours including on-call rotation
- Active DoD Secret clearance preferred (or ability to obtain)