Cybersecurity Analyst

Overview

Monitor networks, systems, and applications for security threats and respond to cybersecurity incidents.

What you'll do

• Monitor networks, systems, and applications to identify potential security threats.
• Analyze security alerts, logs, and suspicious activities to detect vulnerabilities and cyberattacks.
• Perform vulnerability assessments and security audits.
• Identify, investigate, and respond to cybersecurity incidents.
• Implement and maintain security policies, procedures, and controls.
• Conduct risk assessments and recommend appropriate security solutions.
• Monitor firewalls, antivirus software, IDS/IPS, and endpoint security tools.
• Perform basic penetration testing and security testing.
• Ensure systems comply with security standards and regulatory requirements.
• Prepare security reports and maintain incident documentation.
• Collaborate with IT and network teams to resolve security issues.
• Stay updated with emerging cyber threats, vulnerabilities, and security technologies.

What you'll need

• Understanding of cybersecurity fundamentals and information security principles.
• Knowledge of networking concepts (TCP/IP, DNS, HTTP/HTTPS, VPN).
• Understanding of operating systems (Windows and Linux).
• Knowledge of firewalls, IDS, IPS, and antivirus solutions.
• Understanding of vulnerability assessment and penetration testing (VAPT).
• Knowledge of security monitoring and log analysis.
• Familiarity with SIEM tools.
• Understanding of common cyberattacks such as phishing, malware, ransomware, and SQL injection.
• Basic knowledge of incident response and risk management.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.