Job Description
Join Austin's fastest-growing cybersecurity team and launch your career in digital defense! CyberShield Solutions is urgently hiring entry-level cybersecurity professionals to protect Fortune 500 clients from evolving threats. This hybrid role combines Austin's vibrant tech ecosystem with remote flexibility, offering mentorship from industry experts and hands-on experience with cutting-edge security tools. If you're passionate about safeguarding digital infrastructure and ready to accelerate your growth, this is your moment.
Responsibilities
- Monitor SIEM platforms and investigate security alerts with senior guidance
- Conduct vulnerability scans and penetration testing exercises
- Assist in implementing zero-trust architecture and security controls
- Document security incidents and maintain incident response protocols
- Collaborate with IT teams to enforce network security policies
- Stay updated on emerging threats via threat intelligence feeds
- Contribute to security awareness training for employees
Qualifications
- Associate/Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, IT, or related field
- CompTIA Security+ or equivalent certification (or willingness to obtain within 90 days)
- Basic knowledge of networking (TCP/IP, DNS, firewalls)
- Familiarity with Linux/Windows operating systems
- Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work independently in remote environments
- Must be authorized to work in the United States