Job Description
Immediate Hire Opportunity for Cybersecurity Analyst in Arlington, TX!
Join our elite cybersecurity team at CyberShield Solutions and protect critical infrastructure from evolving threats. We're seeking a proactive analyst to monitor, detect, and respond to security incidents in a dynamic environment. This role offers immediate placement with competitive compensation and growth opportunities in one of America's fastest-growing tech hubs.
Responsibilities
- Monitor security alerts using SIEM platforms (Splunk, QRadar) and investigate potential threats
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing on network systems
- Develop and implement incident response plans for security breaches
- Collaborate with IT teams to ensure compliance with NIST and ISO 27001 standards
- Generate comprehensive security reports for executive stakeholders
- Stay current on emerging threats and recommend mitigation strategies
- Participate in 24/7 on-call rotation for incident response
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, IT, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 3+ years of experience in security operations center (SOC) environments
- CompTIA Security+, CISSP, or CEH certification required
- Proficiency in network protocols (TCP/IP, DNS, HTTP/S) and security tools
- Experience with threat intelligence platforms (Mandiant, Recorded Future)
- Strong analytical skills with attention to detail
- Ability to work under pressure during security incidents
- Active DoD Secret clearance preferred