Cyber Defense Analyst

Are you a highly motivated Cybersecurity Analyst with a passion for protecting critical information systems? We're seeking a skilled professional to join a dynamic onsite cybersecurity team, providing 24x7 support to ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of vital digital assets. This is an exceptional opportunity to be at the forefront of cyber defense, detecting, responding to, mitigating, and reporting on emerging threats

Competitive benefits package with medical, dental, and vision insurance

• Incident Response & Threat Mitigation: Actively participate in the detection, analysis, and response to cybersecurity incidents, working to quickly mitigate threats and minimize impact.
• 24/7 Operational Support: Provide continuous, vigilant support to maintain the security posture of information systems, ensuring round-the-clock protection.
• Security Tool Management: Support and maintain a suite of essential cybersecurity tools, including endpoint protection, vulnerability management, desktop management, and mobile security solutions.
• Vulnerability Management: Administer and monitor a robust Vulnerability Management Program, identifying and addressing potential weaknesses.
• Security Operations Collaboration: Partner closely with Security Operations Center (SOC) analysts to enhance threat intelligence and response capabilities.
• Process Enhancement: Contribute to the development and administration of cybersecurity processes, aligning with industry best practices like the NIST Cybersecurity Framework.

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• Cybersecurity Foundation: A minimum of three years of experience in information technology, information technology security, or cybersecurity-related fields.
• Incident Handling Expertise: At least one year of desired experience in cybersecurity incident collection, analysis, and reporting.
• Technical Acumen:
  
  
  • Strong understanding of computer networking (TCP/IP).
  • Hands-on experience with Microsoft Windows and Linux Operating Systems and platforms.
  • Knowledge of cyber threats, vulnerabilities, adversarial tactics, techniques, and procedures.
  • Ability to independently run internal vulnerability/penetration testing tools.
  • Experience researching and recommending security patches for firmware, operating systems, and software.
  • Familiarity with creating and enhancing Data Loss Prevention (DLP) rules.
  • Experience with security infrastructure monitoring and maintenance
  
  

• Process & Documentation: Experience developing and administering processes compliant with the NIST Cybersecurity Framework, and familiarity with cybersecurity incident response plans and runbooks.
• Scripting (Desired): Experience with PowerShell or Python is a significant plus.
• Certifications (Desired): Security+ and/or Network+ certifications are a plus.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.

At Randstad Digital, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact

Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad Digital offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).

This posting is open for thirty (30) days.


Qualified applicants in San Francisco with criminal histories will be considered for employment in accordance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.



Qualified applicants in the unincorporated areas of Los Angeles County with criminal histories will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County's Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers.



We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.