Job Description
Join our elite cybersecurity team protecting critical infrastructure in the heart of Texas! We're seeking a dedicated Cybersecurity Analyst to safeguard our digital assets during weekend shifts. This role offers unmatched work-life balance with a compressed 4x12 schedule, premium weekend differential pay, and opportunities to work with cutting-edge security technologies.
As a key defender of our network perimeter, you'll monitor advanced threat intelligence, investigate security incidents, and implement robust defense protocols. Our Fort Worth operations center provides a collaborative environment where your expertise directly impacts national security initiatives.
Benefits include: 100% paid training, career advancement certifications (CISSP/CEH), comprehensive health coverage, and a 15% weekend shift bonus. Perfect for candidates seeking stability in high-demand cybersecurity with minimal weekday disruption.
Responsibilities
- Monitor and analyze security alerts across SIEM platforms during weekend shifts
- Investigate and respond to cybersecurity incidents with SLA-driven protocols
- Implement firewall rules, intrusion detection systems, and endpoint security measures
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing on critical assets
- Document security incidents and prepare forensic reports for leadership review
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams during incident response activations
- Stay current on emerging threats and recommend proactive security enhancements
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, IT, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 3+ years of hands-on cybersecurity experience with SIEM tools (Splunk/Symantec)
- Active CISSP, CEH, or Security+ certification (required)
- Proficiency in network security protocols (TCP/IP, DNS, VPN, IDS/IPS)
- Experience with Windows/Linux system hardening and log analysis
- Ability to work independently during weekend shifts with minimal supervision
- Strong written communication skills for incident documentation
- CompTIA Network+ or equivalent networking knowledge