Job Description
Are you ready to defend the frontier?
Nexus Defense Systems is seeking a visionary Cybersecurity Analyst to join our elite security operations center in Albuquerque, New Mexico. In this pivotal role, you will be the first line of defense against sophisticated threats, ensuring the integrity of our national infrastructure projects. We offer a competitive benefits package, remote work flexibility, and a culture that prioritizes continuous learning and technical excellence.
As a key member of our team, you will leverage cutting-edge technologies to proactively identify vulnerabilities and respond to incidents with speed and precision. If you have a passion for ethical hacking and a commitment to protecting data, we want to hear from you.
Responsibilities
- Monitor and analyze security alerts from SIEM tools (Splunk, QRadar) to identify and mitigate threats in real-time.
- Conduct regular vulnerability assessments and penetration testing to strengthen our defensive posture.
- Lead incident response efforts, coordinating with cross-functional teams to resolve security breaches.
- Enforce compliance standards such as NIST, ISO 27001, and HIPAA.
- Develop and maintain security policies, procedures, and incident response playbooks.
- Provide security awareness training and guidance to non-technical stakeholders.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field (Master’s preferred).
- Certifications such as CISSP, Security+, CEH, or GSEC required.
- Minimum of 4 years of experience in cybersecurity operations or incident response.
- Proficiency with security tools including Firewalls, IDS/IPS, and Endpoint Protection platforms.
- Strong understanding of network protocols, Linux, and Windows environments.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to communicate complex technical concepts to diverse audiences.