Job Description
Join our elite cybersecurity defense team in Chicago and protect critical infrastructure during high-impact night hours. We're seeking a dedicated Cybersecurity Analyst to monitor, detect, and respond to sophisticated threats while our systems experience peak traffic. Enjoy comprehensive relocation assistance and accelerated career growth in a dynamic 24/7 security operations environment.
Responsibilities
- Monitor SIEM platforms and security tools 24/7 to detect and analyze potential threats
- Investigate security incidents using forensic tools and create detailed incident reports
- Implement and maintain security controls (firewalls, IDS/IPS, EDR)
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams during security incidents and post-mortem analysis
- Stay current on emerging threats and vulnerabilities through continuous research
- Conduct periodic vulnerability assessments and penetration testing
- Document security procedures and maintain compliance frameworks
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, IT, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 3+ years in cybersecurity operations with night shift experience preferred
- Industry certifications (CISSP, Security+, CEH, or GIAC)
- Proficiency in SIEM platforms (Splunk, QRadar, ArcSight)
- Strong knowledge of network protocols, cloud security, and threat intelligence
- Experience with incident response and forensic investigation tools
- Ability to work independently in high-pressure situations
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills