Cyber Security Analyst

Overview

On Site
$60,000 - $80,000
Full Time

Skills

Python
PyTorch
Cyber Security
Java & C++
Java Script
Linux/Unix
Network Security
Cryptography
SQL/NoSQL
Web Technologies
Scripting
Cloud Security
DevOps
Threat Modeling
Ehical Hacking
CCNA

Job Details

Technical Skills:
  • Programming Languages:
    Proficiency in languages like Python, Java, C++, and JavaScript is essential for developing secure software applications.
  • Operating Systems:
    Understanding of Windows, Linux, and Unix is crucial for securing different types of systems.
  • Network Security:
    Knowledge of network protocols, architectures, and encryption methods is vital for securing network infrastructure.
  • Application Security:
    Expertise in secure coding practices, threat modeling, and vulnerability analysis is necessary for developing secure applications.
  • Cryptography:
    Understanding cryptographic principles and algorithms is important for protecting data confidentiality and integrity.
  • Database Security:
    Knowledge of SQL/NoSQL, injection prevention, and other database security measures is essential.
  • Web Technologies:
    Understanding web architecture and common vulnerabilities is important for securing web applications.
  • Security Tools and Testing:
    Proficiency in using security tools for penetration testing, code review, and vulnerability scanning is important.
  • Scripting:
    Ability to automate tasks and build tools using scripting languages like Python or PowerShell.
Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills:
  • Analytical Thinking:
    Cybersecurity specialists must analyze data, identify patterns, and detect vulnerabilities in systems and networks.
  • Problem-Solving:
    The ability to diagnose the root cause of security incidents, develop effective mitigation strategies, and implement solutions.
  • Critical Thinking:
    The ability to challenge assumptions, formulate innovative solutions, and think strategically about security measures.
Other Important Skills:
  • Communication:
    The ability to clearly explain complex technical information to both technical and non-technical audiences.
  • Continuous Learning:
    Staying up-to-date with the latest security threats, tools, and methodologies is essential.
  • Ethics and Legal Awareness:
    Understanding legal and ethical issues related to cybersecurity is important.
In addition to these skills, a cybersecurity developer may also need to be proficient in:
  • Incident Response and Forensics: Handling security incidents, collecting evidence, and performing forensic analysis.
  • Cloud Security: Understanding cloud security principles and best practices.
  • DevOps: Integrating security into the software development lifecycle.
  • Threat Modeling: Identifying and assessing potential threats to systems and applications.
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