Job Description
Join CyberGuard Solutions, a premier cybersecurity innovator protecting Fortune 500 enterprises. We're seeking a dedicated Weekend Shift Cybersecurity Analyst to safeguard critical infrastructure during high-traffic periods. This role offers unparalleled exposure to cutting-edge threat intelligence while maintaining work-life balance through a compressed 4x12 schedule (Fri-Mon). Enjoy competitive benefits, continuous learning stipends, and collaborative work with elite security professionals in our downtown Chicago hub.
Responsibilities
- Monitor and analyze security alerts across SIEM platforms during weekend shifts
- Investigate and respond to cybersecurity incidents with SLA adherence
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing exercises
- Collaborate with incident response teams during active threats
- Document security events and maintain audit-ready compliance records
- Implement zero-trust architecture protocols for weekend system access
- Participate in quarterly threat simulation exercises
Qualifications
- 5+ years in cybersecurity operations (SOC, NOC, or similar)
- CISSP, CISM, or CompTIA Security+ certification required
- Expertise in SIEM tools (Splunk, QRadar) and EDR platforms
- Experience with threat hunting methodologies and MITRE ATT&CK framework
- Strong knowledge of NIST SP 800-53 and CIS Controls
- Ability to work independently during high-pressure weekend scenarios
- Active TS/SCI clearance preferred