Job Description
Join our elite cybersecurity team in Dallas and start protecting critical infrastructure immediately! CyberGuard Technologies is seeking a Senior Cybersecurity Analyst to defend enterprise systems against evolving threats. This urgent hire requires immediate availability to join our 24/7 Security Operations Center (SOC). You'll work in a cutting-edge environment with state-of-the-art tools while making tangible impacts on our clients' security posture. Our Dallas hub offers a dynamic culture focused on continuous learning and rapid incident response.
Why CyberGuard? We provide industry-leading training, competitive benefits including 100% paid certifications, and opportunities to work with Fortune 500 clients across energy, healthcare, and finance sectors. Our team thrives on innovation – you'll collaborate with AI-driven threat detection systems while developing next-gen defense strategies.
Responsibilities
- Lead real-time threat hunting and incident response for enterprise environments
- Manage SIEM platforms (Splunk, QRadar) to detect and mitigate advanced persistent threats
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing on critical infrastructure
- Develop and maintain security automation scripts using Python/PowerShell
- Coordinate with cross-functional teams during security incidents and major events
- Generate executive-level security reports and threat intelligence briefings
- Implement zero-trust architecture principles across hybrid cloud environments
Qualifications
- 5+ years in cybersecurity with 3+ years in SOC/NOC environments
- Active CISSP, CEH, or CompTIA Security+ certification (required)
- Expertise in network security (firewalls, IDS/IPS, VPNs)
- Hands-on experience with threat intelligence platforms (Mandiant, Recorded Future)
- Proficiency in scripting languages (Python, PowerShell, Bash)
- Strong understanding of cloud security (AWS/Azure/GCP) and container security
- Ability to work rotating shifts in a 24/7 operational environment
- Immediate availability for onboarding (within 48 hours of offer)