Job Description
Join our elite cybersecurity team in Chicago and defend critical infrastructure against evolving threats! CyberShield Dynamics is urgently seeking a passionate Cybersecurity Analyst to safeguard our enterprise environment. This high-impact role offers competitive compensation, cutting-edge technology, and the opportunity to work with Fortune 500 clients. With remote flexibility and immediate start dates, now is your moment to accelerate your career in cybersecurity.
Responsibilities
- Monitor and analyze security alerts using SIEM platforms (Splunk, QRadar)
- Investigate and respond to security incidents with rapid containment protocols
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing exercises
- Develop and maintain security documentation (playbooks, runbooks)
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams on threat intelligence initiatives
- Implement security controls aligned with NIST and ISO 27001 frameworks
- Perform forensic analysis during security incidents
Qualifications
- 3+ years of hands-on cybersecurity experience in SOC environments
- Expertise in threat detection, incident response, and log analysis
- CISSP, CISM, or CompTIA Security+ certification required
- Proficiency with SIEM tools and IDS/IPS systems
- Strong knowledge of network protocols and cloud security (AWS/Azure)
- Experience with security automation (Python, PowerShell)
- Ability to work under pressure during critical incidents