Job Description
Join our elite cybersecurity team as a part-time Security Analyst in sunny San Diego, CA! We're urgently seeking skilled professionals to protect our digital infrastructure while enjoying flexible hours. This role offers competitive compensation plus equity options to grow with our rapidly expanding company. Work on cutting-edge projects in a collaborative, tech-forward environment where your expertise directly impacts our security posture.
Responsibilities
- Monitor and analyze security alerts using SIEM tools (e.g., Splunk, QRadar)
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing
- Implement and maintain firewalls, IDS/IPS, and endpoint security solutions
- Document security incidents and create detailed incident response reports
- Collaborate with IT teams to remediate security vulnerabilities
- Stay updated on emerging threats and industry best practices
- Assist in developing security policies and procedures
Qualifications
- 3+ years of cybersecurity experience with focus on threat detection
- CompTIA Security+, CISSP, or CEH certification required
- Proficiency in SIEM tools and network security protocols
- Familiarity with compliance frameworks (NIST, ISO 27001)
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
- Active DoD 8570 compliance clearance preferred