Job Description
Join our elite cybersecurity team at Nexus Cyber Solutions and defend against the most sophisticated digital threats. We're seeking a Senior Cybersecurity Engineer to immediately bolster our security operations in San Jose. This urgent opening offers a unique opportunity to architect cutting-edge security frameworks while working with Fortune 500 clients in the heart of Silicon Valley. Enjoy competitive compensation, flexible work arrangements, and direct impact on critical infrastructure protection.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement advanced threat detection systems using SIEM platforms (Splunk/Symantec)
- Lead incident response for zero-day vulnerabilities and APT attacks
- Conduct penetration testing and vulnerability assessments on cloud infrastructure
- Develop security automation scripts using Python and PowerShell
- Collaborate with DevOps teams to embed security in CI/CD pipelines
- Monitor and analyze network traffic for anomalous behavior
- Prepare compliance documentation for NIST, ISO 27001, and PCI-DSS
Qualifications
- 5+ years in cybersecurity with hands-on incident response experience
- Certified CISSP or OSCP required
- Expertise in cloud security (AWS/Azure) and container orchestration
- Strong knowledge of network protocols and firewalls (Palo Alto/Check Point)
- Proficient in scripting languages (Python, Bash, PowerShell)
- Experience with threat intelligence platforms (CrowdStrike/Darktrace)
- Ability to work under pressure during security incidents
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field