Cybersecurity Analyst

About This Role

Protecting organizational systems, networks, and data from cyber threats is the core of this role, which involves analyzing security events, identifying vulnerabilities, and implementing proactive measures to safeguard digital assets. The position suits a candidate with a strong understanding of threat landscapes, incident response, and security tools and protocols.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyze security alerts, logs, and incidents across all systems
• Investigate potential threats, anomalies, and breaches, and coordinate incident response activities
• Conduct vulnerability assessments, penetration testing, and risk analysis
• Implement and maintain firewalls, antivirus solutions, and intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDS/IPS)
• Develop and enforce security policies, procedures, and best practices
• Stay up-to-date with the latest cyber threats, vulnerabilities, and security technologies
• Support audits and compliance efforts (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST, GDPR)
• Educate employees on cybersecurity awareness and phishing prevention

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field
• 5+ years of experience in a cybersecurity or information security role
• Strong knowledge of security frameworks, protocols, and technologies (e.g., SIEM, IDS/IPS, DLP)
• Experience with tools such as Splunk, Wireshark, Nessus, or equivalent
• Familiarity with operating systems, networks, databases, and cloud security (AWS, Azure, GCP)
• Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, and communication skills

Nice to have:

• Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CEH, CompTIA Security+, or CISM
• Experience in threat intelligence and malware analysis
• Ability to work independently in a hybrid environment
• Understanding of regulatory requirements and compliance standards