Cybersecurity Analyst

Overview

On Site
Full Time
Part Time
Accepts corp to corp applications
Contract - Independent
Contract - W2

Skills

Recruiting
Employment Authorization
Servers
Penetration Testing
Management
Firewall
IDS
IPS
Antivirus
Policies and Procedures
Risk Assessment
Regulatory Compliance
ISO/IEC 27001:2005
Security Awareness
Training
Documentation
Computer Science
Cyber Security
Computer Networking
TCP/IP
DNS
Dragon NaturallySpeaking
Virtual Private Network
Operating Systems
Microsoft Windows
Linux
SIEM
Malware Analysis
Vulnerability Scanning
Incident Management
Analytical Skill
Conflict Resolution
Problem Solving
Certified Ethical Hacker
Security+
CISSP
CISM
OSCP

Job Details

Hiring: W2 Candidates Only

Visa: Open to any visa type with valid work authorization in the USA

Key Responsibilities

  • Monitor networks, servers, and systems for security breaches

  • Investigate and respond to security incidents and cyberattacks

  • Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing

  • Implement and manage security tools such as firewalls, IDS/IPS, and antivirus solutions

  • Develop, enforce, and update security policies and procedures

  • Perform risk assessments and recommend mitigation strategies

  • Ensure compliance with security standards (ISO 27001, NIST, GDPR, etc.)

  • Conduct security awareness training for employees

  • Maintain incident reports and security documentation


Required Skills & Qualifications

  • Bachelor s degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, IT, or related field

  • Strong knowledge of networking concepts (TCP/IP, DNS, VPNs)

  • Understanding of operating systems (Windows, Linux)

  • Familiarity with security tools and SIEM platforms

  • Knowledge of common cyber threats (malware, phishing, ransomware)

  • Experience with vulnerability scanning and incident response

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills


Preferred Certifications

  • CEH (Certified Ethical Hacker)

  • CompTIA Security+

  • CISSP

  • CISM

  • OSCP


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