Job Description
Join our elite cybersecurity team and protect critical infrastructure starting tomorrow! CyberShield Technologies is seeking a proactive Cybersecurity Analyst to defend against evolving threats in our El Paso operations. This urgent opening offers immediate onboarding for qualified candidates who can hit the ground running in a mission-critical role. Enjoy competitive compensation, cutting-edge tools, and the chance to make a tangible impact in regional security.
Why apply now? Our rapid onboarding process means you could begin defending our systems within 24 hours of acceptance. This position offers direct exposure to SOC operations, threat intelligence, and compliance frameworks in a dynamic, high-growth environment.
Responsibilities
- Monitor and analyze security alerts using SIEM platforms (Splunk, QRadar)
- Investigate security incidents and coordinate incident response activities
- Implement and maintain security controls (firewalls, IDS/IPS, endpoint protection)
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing exercises
- Develop security documentation and incident response procedures
- Collaborate with IT teams to ensure compliance with NIST and CIS frameworks
- Provide security awareness training to staff across departments
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, IT, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 3+ years of hands-on cybersecurity analysis experience
- Active CISSP, Security+, or CEH certification required
- Proficiency in network security tools (Wireshark, Nmap)
- Experience with incident response protocols (NIST SP 800-61)
- Knowledge of cloud security (AWS/Azure) and hybrid environments
- Strong analytical skills with attention to detail
- Ability to work under pressure during security incidents