Job Description
Join our elite cybersecurity team in San Diego and make an immediate impact! We're seeking a dynamic Threat Analyst to combat sophisticated cyber threats targeting critical infrastructure. This contract role offers unparalleled exposure to cutting-edge security operations and the opportunity to defend Fortune 500 clients. Work alongside industry experts in our state-of-the-art operations center and accelerate your career in one of America's tech hubs.
Responsibilities
- Monitor and analyze security alerts across SIEM platforms for threat detection
- Conduct forensic investigations on security incidents and malware events
- Develop and maintain threat intelligence reports for executive stakeholders
- Collaborate with incident response teams during security breaches
- Implement advanced threat hunting techniques using MITRE ATT&CK framework
- Document security protocols and create incident response playbooks
- Provide 24/7 security coverage on rotational shift basis
Qualifications
- 3+ years in cybersecurity threat analysis or SOC operations
- CompTIA Security+ or CISSP certification required
- Expertise in SIEM tools (Splunk, QRadar, or Sentinel)
- Experience with network security protocols (TCP/IP, IDS/IPS)
- Knowledge of cloud security (AWS, Azure, GCP)
- Strong scripting abilities (Python, PowerShell, Bash)
- Active TS/SCI clearance preferred
- Immediate availability to start within 7 days