Job Description
Join NexusShield Security as a Cybersecurity Analyst and enjoy the unique benefit of weekly pay while protecting critical infrastructure in the vibrant heart of Saint Paul. We're seeking a proactive professional to defend our clients' digital assets against evolving threats. This role offers immediate compensation visibility, a collaborative team environment, and direct impact on enterprise security posture. If you're passionate about threat hunting and want predictable compensation cycles, apply today to start your security career with us.
Responsibilities
- Monitor and analyze security alerts using SIEM platforms (Splunk, QRadar)
- Conduct incident response investigations and forensic analysis
- Develop and implement security controls for network/cloud environments
- Perform vulnerability assessments and penetration testing
- Generate executive security reports and threat intelligence briefings
- Collaborate with IT teams to ensure compliance with NIST/ISO frameworks
- Lead security awareness training for employees
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or related field
- 3+ years of hands-on cybersecurity experience
- Certifications: CISSP, CEH, or Security+ required
- Expertise in network security tools (firewalls, IDS/IPS)
- Experience with cloud security (AWS/Azure/GCP)
- Strong knowledge of threat actors and attack vectors
- Excellent written/verbal communication skills