Job Description
Join our elite cybersecurity team at Nexus Cyber Defense and protect critical infrastructure from evolving threats. We're seeking a passionate Cybersecurity Analyst to fill an immediate opening in our Columbus headquarters. This hybrid role offers the flexibility of remote work with 2 days/week on-site at our state-of-the-art security operations center. You'll work with cutting-edge tools like Splunk, CrowdStrike, and Palo Alto Networks while defending Fortune 500 clients. Enjoy comprehensive benefits including health/dental/vision, 401k matching, and ongoing professional certifications training. Start making an impact day one!
Responsibilities
- Monitor and analyze security alerts using SIEM platforms (Splunk, QRadar)
- Investigate security incidents and lead forensic analysis procedures
- Implement and maintain network security controls (firewalls, IDS/IPS)
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing
- Develop incident response plans and disaster recovery procedures
- Collaborate with IT teams to ensure compliance with NIST and ISO standards
- Document security protocols and create executive threat briefings
- Participate in 24/7 on-call rotation (1 week/month)
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, IT, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 3+ years of hands-on cybersecurity experience
- Active CISSP, Security+, or CEH certification
- Proficiency in threat detection tools (Splunk, Darktrace, CrowdStrike)
- Experience with network security protocols (TCP/IP, DNS, VPN)
- Knowledge of regulatory frameworks (GDPR, HIPAA, PCI-DSS)
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills