Cybersecurity Analyst

About the Role:

We are seeking a highly skilled Cybersecurity Analyst to join our team at Novalink Solutions LLC. As a key member of our Information Security Team, you will be responsible for safeguarding our digital assets by actively monitoring, analyzing, and responding to security incidents.

Key Responsibilities:

• Monitor and triage security alerts and events from various sources, including SIEM, IDS/IPS, firewalls, and endpoint protection systems.
• Conduct in-depth analysis of security events to identify potential security incidents or breaches.
• Investigate and triage security alerts, determining the threat's scope, impact, and severity.
• Aid in developing and maintaining standard operating procedures (SOPs) for incident detection, response, and escalation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve security incidents and implement appropriate countermeasures.
• Perform threat-hunting activities to proactively identify and mitigate emerging threats.
• Maintain and update security tools and technologies to ensure optimal performance and effectiveness.
• Provide timely and accurate reports on security activities, trends, and metrics to leadership and stakeholders.
• Participate in security awareness training and education programs for staff members to enhance cybersecurity awareness and best practices.
• Stay current with industry trends, emerging threats, and security technologies to continuously improve SOC capabilities.

Requirements:

• Associate degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or related field.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience working in a security operations center or similar role.
• An associate's degree with a minimum of 4 years of experience is also accepted.
• Strong understanding of cybersecurity principles, threat landscape, and attack vectors.
• Proficiency in using security tools such as SIEM, IDS/IPS, endpoint detection and response (EDR), and threat intelligence platforms.
• Experience with incident response procedures, including incident triage, containment, eradication, and recovery.
• Familiarity with common security frameworks and standards (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001, CIS Controls).
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze large datasets and identify anomalies.
• Effective communication skills, with the ability to convey technical information to non-technical stakeholders.
• Relevant certifications such as CompTIA Security+ and Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) are helpful.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and prioritize tasks based on the severity and impact of security incidents.

Estimated Salary Range: $70,000 - $110,000 per year