Job Description
Join Nexus Cyber Systems, a leader in digital defense innovation, as a Part-Time Cybersecurity Analyst. Protect critical infrastructure for Fortune 500 clients while advancing your career in Austin's thriving tech hub. This hybrid role offers flexible scheduling (20-25 hrs/week) with competitive compensation and cutting-edge tools.
Why Nexus? Work alongside industry veterans tackling real-world threats in a collaborative environment. We provide continuous training, AWS/Azure credits, and opportunities to contribute to open-source security projects.
Responsibilities
- Monitor SIEM platforms (Splunk/Sentinel) for threat detection and incident response
- Conduct vulnerability assessments using Nessus/Burp Suite
- Develop playbooks for zero-day threat mitigation
- Collaborate with DevOps teams on secure CI/CD pipelines
- Analyze malware samples using Cuckoo/Sandbox environments
- Generate executive-level threat intelligence reports
- Maintain compliance frameworks (NIST, ISO 27001)
Qualifications
- 3+ years in cybersecurity operations (SOC/IR experience preferred)
- CompTIA Security+/CISSP/CEH certification required
- Proficiency in Python, PowerShell, and Bash scripting
- Hands-on experience with cloud security (AWS/Azure)
- Knowledge of MITRE ATT&CK framework
- Active TS/SCI clearance or ability to obtain
- Experience with GDPR/CCPA compliance protocols