Job Description
Join our elite security team at CyberGuard Solutions Inc. and become a guardian of digital assets in the heart of Arlington's tech corridor. We're seeking a Senior Security Analyst to architect and implement robust defense strategies against evolving cyber threats. This role offers unparalleled opportunities to work with cutting-edge technologies while safeguarding critical infrastructure for Fortune 500 clients and government agencies.
Our collaborative environment fosters continuous learning through industry certifications, red team exercises, and advanced threat simulation labs. Enjoy competitive benefits including flexible work arrangements, comprehensive health coverage, and a dedicated professional development fund.
Responsibilities
- Lead enterprise-wide security incident response activities including containment, eradication, and recovery operations
- Design and implement advanced threat detection mechanisms using SIEM platforms (Splunk, QRadar)
- Conduct proactive security assessments and penetration testing across hybrid cloud environments
- Develop comprehensive security documentation including runbooks, playbooks, and incident reports
- Collaborate with DevOps teams to integrate security controls into CI/CD pipelines
- Monitor and analyze emerging threat intelligence from Dark Web, OSINT, and threat feeds
- Mentor junior analysts and contribute to security awareness programs across the organization
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or related field (Master's preferred)
- 5+ years of hands-on experience in security operations center (SOC) environments
- Industry certifications: CISSP, GIAC GCIH, or CompTIA Security+
- Expert proficiency in network security tools (IDS/IPS, firewalls, WAF)
- Deep knowledge of MITRE ATT&CK framework and threat hunting methodologies
- Experience with cloud security (AWS/Azure) and containerized environments
- Strong analytical skills with ability to correlate complex security events
- Excellent written communication for executive-level security reporting