Cybersecurity Analyst

We are looking for a detail-oriented and proactive Cybersecurity Analyst to join our IT security team. The candidate will be responsible for monitoring, detecting, analyzing, and responding to security threats and vulnerabilities across the organizations systems, networks, and applications. This role involves implementing security measures, investigating incidents, and ensuring compliance with security policies and standards.

Key Responsibilities

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  Monitor networks, servers, and applications for suspicious activity or security breaches.

  
  
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  Analyze security alerts, logs, and incident reports to identify potential risks.

  
  
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  Respond to security incidents, investigate root causes, and recommend corrective actions.

  
  
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  Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing to identify system weaknesses.

  
  
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  Maintain and update security tools, firewalls, intrusion detection systems (IDS/IPS), and antivirus solutions.

  
  
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  Assist in the development and enforcement of security policies, standards, and best practices.

  
  
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  Provide security awareness training and guidance to employees.

  
  
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  Stay updated with the latest cybersecurity threats, attack vectors, and emerging technologies.

  
  
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  Document incidents, resolutions, and risk mitigation strategies for compliance and audits.

  
  
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  Collaborate with IT teams to ensure secure design and configuration of systems.

  
  

Required Skills & Qualifications

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  Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field (or equivalent experience).

  
  
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  Proven experience in cybersecurity, IT security, or network administration.

  
  
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  Knowledge of firewalls, IDS/IPS, SIEM tools, and endpoint protection systems.

  
  
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  Familiarity with operating systems (Windows, Linux) and networking protocols (TCP/IP, DNS, VPNs).

  
  
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  Experience with vulnerability management tools (Nessus, Qualys, OpenVAS, etc.).

  
  
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  Understanding of compliance standards (ISO 27001, NIST, GDPR, HIPAA, etc.).

  
  
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  Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

  
  
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  Excellent communication skills and ability to work under pressure.

  
  
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  Industry certifications (preferred): CompTIA Security+, CEH, CISSP, CISM, or equivalent.

  
  

Work Environment

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  Fast-paced IT/security operations environment.

  
  
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  May require on-call duty for emergency incident response.

  
  
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  Collaboration with IT, network, and compliance teams.