Job Description
Join our award-winning cybersecurity team at NexusGuard Cyber Solutions and become a guardian of digital innovation. We're seeking a passionate Senior Cybersecurity Analyst to protect Fortune 500 clients in Columbus's thriving tech corridor. You'll work in our state-of-the-art operations center, tackling cutting-edge threats while enjoying competitive benefits and career growth opportunities.
At NexusGuard, we foster a culture of continuous learning with quarterly certifications, annual security conferences, and mentorship programs. Our Columbus hub offers hybrid work flexibility, on-site wellness facilities, and proximity to downtown's vibrant tech ecosystem.
Responsibilities
- Monitor and analyze security threats using SIEM platforms (Splunk, QRadar)
- Lead incident response for security breaches and cyber attacks
- Develop and implement security controls for cloud and hybrid infrastructure
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing
- Collaborate with DevOps teams to embed security in CI/CD pipelines
- Document security policies and procedures
- Mentor junior analysts and conduct security awareness training
Qualifications
- Bachelor's in Computer Science/Cybersecurity or equivalent experience
- 5+ years in cybersecurity with incident response expertise
- CISSP, CEH, or CISA certification required
- Proficiency in threat detection tools (Splunk, CrowdStrike)
- Experience with cloud security (AWS/Azure security best practices)
- Strong knowledge of NIST frameworks and compliance standards
- Excellent communication and problem-solving skills