Job Description
Join our elite cybersecurity team as a Remote Cybersecurity Analyst in Baton Rouge, LA! At CyberGuard Solutions Inc., we're revolutionizing digital protection for Fortune 500 clients across the Gulf Coast. This full-time remote position offers the flexibility to work from anywhere while making a tangible impact on national security infrastructure. Enjoy competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits including health/dental/vision, 401(k) matching, and dedicated professional development funds for certifications like CISSP or CompTIA Security+.
Our Baton Rouge hub collaborates with federal agencies and critical infrastructure providers, giving you exposure to cutting-edge threat intelligence and real-world incident response scenarios. This role is perfect for analytical minds passionate about safeguarding digital ecosystems.
Responsibilities
- Monitor security information and event management (SIEM) systems to detect and analyze cyber threats in real-time
- Investigate security incidents using forensic tools and methodologies to determine root causes
- Develop and maintain security documentation including incident response playbooks and vulnerability reports
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement security controls and remediation strategies
- Conduct regular vulnerability assessments and penetration testing on network infrastructure
- Stay current with emerging threats and threat actor tactics through continuous research
- Participate in 24/7 on-call rotation for critical incident response
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, IT, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 3+ years of hands-on experience in security operations center (SOC) environments
- Industry certifications: CompTIA Security+, CEH, or SSCP (CISSP preferred)
- Proficiency in SIEM platforms (Splunk, QRadar) and threat detection tools
- Strong understanding of network protocols, TCP/IP, and common attack vectors
- Experience with incident response frameworks (NIST, ISO 27035)
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision in a remote setting