Job Description
Are you a security expert looking to make a tangible impact in the heart of the South?
Memphis Cyber Defense is seeking a Senior Cybersecurity Analyst to join our elite threat response team. In this pivotal role, you will lead the defense against sophisticated cyber threats, ensuring the integrity of our client's data and infrastructure.
We offer a competitive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, and a 401(k) matching program. If you are driven by a challenge and want to protect organizations from evolving digital adversaries, we want to hear from you.
Must be willing to work on-site in Memphis, TN.
Responsibilities
- Monitor and analyze security alerts using SIEM tools (Splunk, QRadar) to identify and mitigate threats in real-time.
- Conduct daily vulnerability scans and manage patch management processes to reduce attack surfaces.
- Lead incident response efforts for security breaches, coordinating with IT teams to restore normal operations swiftly.
- Perform penetration testing and red team exercises to evaluate network defenses.
- Develop and maintain comprehensive security policies, standards, and procedures in compliance with NIST and ISO 27001.
- Collaborate with external auditors to ensure regulatory compliance and pass security assessments.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field (or equivalent work experience).
- Certification such as CISSP, CEH, Security+, or GCIH is highly preferred.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in cybersecurity, SOC analysis, or network security.
- Strong knowledge of network protocols, firewalls, IDS/IPS, and VPN technologies.
- Proficiency in scripting languages (Python, Bash) for automation and threat hunting.
- Excellent analytical skills with the ability to think critically and solve complex security problems.