Cyber Security Analyst

About the Role:

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Cyber Security Analyst to join our growing Information Security team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for monitoring, analyzing, and responding to security incidents, managing vulnerabilities, and ensuring the protection of the organization’s systems, data, and networks.

You will work closely with IT, DevOps, and compliance teams to identify threats, implement security controls, and develop response strategies that safeguard enterprise environments.

Key Responsibilities:

• Monitor and analyze security alerts, events, and logs from multiple sources (SIEM, IDS/IPS, firewalls, endpoint tools, etc.)
• Perform threat detection, incident response, and root cause analysis for security events.
• Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing to identify potential risks.
• Support the implementation of security frameworks and best practices (NIST, ISO 27001, CIS Controls).
• Maintain and enhance SIEM tools (e.g., Splunk, QRadar, Sentinel, ArcSight) for real-time threat detection.
• Investigate phishing, malware, and intrusion attempts and coordinate mitigation activities.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure security compliance and maintain audit readiness.
• Participate in security awareness training and help improve internal cybersecurity posture.
• Document incident reports, risk findings, and mitigation steps clearly and effectively.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Systems, or a related field.
• Hands-on experience with:
• SIEM tools: Splunk, Microsoft Sentinel, QRadar, etc.
• Endpoint Protection: CrowdStrike, Defender ATP, Carbon Black, etc.
• Vulnerability Management: Nessus, Qualys, Rapid7.
• Network Security: Firewalls, IDS/IPS, VPNs, and proxy tools.
• Strong understanding of TCP/IP, DNS, HTTP/S, and network protocols.
• Familiarity with cloud security concepts (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Knowledge of incident response methodologies and threat intelligence tools.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.