Job Description
Join QuantumShield Security's elite cybersecurity team in the heart of San Francisco's tech hub. We're seeking a passionate Cybersecurity Analyst to protect our Fortune 500 clients from evolving cyber threats. This immediate hire opportunity offers rapid career growth in a dynamic environment where your expertise directly impacts critical infrastructure security.
Responsibilities
- Monitor and analyze security alerts using SIEM tools (Splunk, QRadar)
- Investigate and respond to security incidents with 24/7 rotation
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing
- Develop security automation scripts using Python or PowerShell
- Collaborate with engineering teams to implement security controls
- Document security procedures and compliance reports
- Mentor junior analysts on threat intelligence best practices
Qualifications
- 3+ years of hands-on cybersecurity experience
- CISSP, CISM, or CompTIA Security+ certification required
- Expertise in network security protocols (TCP/IP, DNS, HTTP)
- Proficiency in threat detection tools (IDS/IPS, EDR)
- Experience with cloud security (AWS/Azure) and containerization
- Strong incident response and forensic investigation skills
- Ability to work under pressure during critical incidents
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field