Job Description
We are seeking a highly skilled and proactive Senior Cybersecurity Analyst to join our elite team in Pittsburgh, PA. In this direct hire role, you will be at the forefront of protecting our enterprise infrastructure from evolving cyber threats. We offer a competitive benefits package, including comprehensive health coverage, a 401(k) matching plan, and flexible remote work options.
As part of our Security Operations Center (SOC), you will utilize advanced tools to monitor network traffic, analyze security data, and respond to incidents with precision. If you are passionate about cybersecurity and want to make a tangible impact in a thriving tech hub, we want to hear from you.
Why Join Us?
- Competitive salary and performance bonuses.
- Professional development and certification reimbursement.
- State-of-the-art security infrastructure to work on.
Responsibilities
- Monitor, analyze, and respond to security alerts and events using SIEM tools (e.g., Splunk, Microsoft Sentinel).
- Conduct vulnerability assessments, penetration testing, and risk analysis to identify potential weaknesses in our systems.
- Implement and maintain security controls, including firewalls, IDS/IPS, and endpoint protection.
- Investigate and remediate security breaches and incidents, ensuring business continuity.
- Collaborate with IT and engineering teams to ensure secure software development lifecycle (SDLC) practices.
- Develop and maintain incident response plans and security documentation.
- Stay current on emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and industry best practices.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related technical field.
- Certification such as CISSP, CEH, Security+, or CISM is strongly preferred.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in cybersecurity, SOC, or network security roles.
- Strong knowledge of network protocols, TCP/IP, and common security architectures.
- Experience with cloud security (AWS, Azure, or GCP) is a plus.
- Proficiency in scripting languages (Python, PowerShell, or Bash) for automation tasks.
- Excellent analytical problem-solving skills and the ability to work under pressure.