Job Description
We are looking for ambitious Entry Level Cybersecurity Professionals to join our elite Security Operations Center (SOC). We offer comprehensive Relocation Assistance for candidates willing to move to the heart of Silicon Valley. As a Junior Cybersecurity Analyst, you will play a critical role in protecting our infrastructure against evolving cyber threats.
At Nexus Information Defense, we believe in investing in talent. You will receive extensive training, mentorship from senior security engineers, and a clear path to advanced certifications (CISSP, CEH, Security+).
Responsibilities
- Monitor security alerts and events using SIEM tools (e.g., Splunk, QRadar) to identify potential threats in real-time.
- Conduct daily vulnerability assessments and penetration testing support for internal systems.
- Respond to security incidents, investigate breaches, and implement containment strategies.
- Assist in the configuration and management of firewalls, IDS/IPS, and endpoint protection systems.
- Maintain detailed documentation of security policies, procedures, and incident reports.
- Collaborate with IT teams to ensure compliance with internal and external security standards (ISO 27001, NIST).
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related technical field.
- Candidate must be willing to relocate to San Jose, CA (Relocation package provided).
- Familiarity with networking concepts: TCP/IP, DNS, HTTP, VPNs, and Firewalls.
- Knowledge of Linux and Windows command line interfaces.
- Understanding of basic cryptography concepts and data privacy regulations (GDPR, CCPA).
- Strong analytical problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- ITIL or Security+ certification is a plus but not required for entry-level candidates.