Job Description
Join our elite cybersecurity team at CyberGuard Solutions and safeguard critical digital infrastructure in Raleigh's thriving tech hub. We're seeking a detail-oriented Part-Time Cybersecurity Analyst to protect our clients' assets in a dynamic, collaborative environment. This flexible role offers the perfect opportunity to leverage your expertise while maintaining work-life balance.
As a key member of our security operations center, you'll implement cutting-edge defense strategies against evolving cyber threats. We provide comprehensive training and mentorship to help you grow your career while making tangible impacts on organizational security postures.
Responsibilities
- Monitor security alerts and analyze network traffic using SIEM tools (Splunk, QRadar)
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing on client systems
- Investigate security incidents and develop remediation protocols
- Implement and maintain firewalls, IDS/IPS systems, and endpoint protection
- Generate comprehensive security reports for executive stakeholders
- Collaborate with IT teams on secure architecture design
- Stay current on emerging threats and zero-day vulnerabilities
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, IT, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 2+ years of hands-on cybersecurity experience
- CompTIA Security+ or CISSP certification preferred
- Proficiency in threat detection tools (Snort, Wireshark, Metasploit)
- Familiarity with NIST frameworks and compliance standards
- Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
- Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
- Ability to work independently in a remote/hybrid environment