Job Description
Immediate Opening: Cybersecurity Analyst
CyberShield Technologies is urgently seeking a skilled Cybersecurity Analyst to join our dynamic team in Chicago. This critical role requires immediate deployment to protect our clients' digital infrastructure against evolving threats. If you're passionate about safeguarding systems and thrive in high-pressure environments, apply now!
Responsibilities
- Monitor security systems and respond to security incidents in real-time
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing
- Implement and manage firewalls, IDS/IPS, and encryption protocols
- Collaborate with IT teams to develop security best practices
- Generate comprehensive incident reports and forensic analysis
- Stay current on emerging cyber threats and mitigation strategies
- Lead security awareness training for employees
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, IT, or related field
- 3+ years of hands-on cybersecurity experience
- CompTIA Security+, CISSP, or CEH certification required
- Proficiency in SIEM tools (Splunk, QRadar)
- Strong knowledge of network security protocols
- Experience with cloud security (AWS/Azure/GCP)
- Ability to work flexible hours during security incidents