Job Description
Join our elite cybersecurity team in Chicago's vibrant downtown! We're urgently seeking a Senior Cybersecurity Analyst to defend critical infrastructure against evolving threats. This is your chance to make an immediate impact in a fast-paced environment where innovation meets security excellence. Enjoy competitive compensation, cutting-edge tools, and collaborative teams dedicated to protecting what matters most.
Responsibilities
- Monitor and analyze security alerts using SIEM platforms (Splunk, QRadar)
- Lead incident response for security breaches and cyber attacks
- Develop and implement advanced threat detection protocols
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing
- Collaborate with IT teams on security architecture improvements
- Generate comprehensive security reports for executive leadership
- Maintain compliance with NIST, ISO 27001, and HIPAA standards
Qualifications
- 5+ years in cybersecurity with hands-on incident response experience
- Certified CISSP, CEH, or CompTIA Security+
- Expertise in network security protocols (Firewalls, IDS/IPS)
- Proficiency in scripting (Python, PowerShell, Bash)
- Strong understanding of cloud security (AWS/Azure/GCP)
- Experience with threat intelligence platforms (Mandiant, Recorded Future)
- Ability to thrive under pressure during critical incidents