Cyber Security Analyst

Job Description Job Description OFFICIAL JOB DESCRIPTION: The Cyber Security Analyst focuses on identifying, researching and performing offensive cyber security techniques and tactics to test and verify preventative and detective security controls. You will be part of the security team, responsible for securing the organization against cyber-attacks. You enjoy analyzing, evaluating and tuning SIEM events and alerts, threat hunting, automating investigation tasks, and performing incident response when a security incident arises. The analyst will be experienced and knowledgeable about a wide variety of cyber security offensive and defensive tools, platforms, and solutions such as firewalls, IPS, WAF, SIEM, DLP and vulnerability management. The Cyber Security Analyst will also have the opportunity to work as a key member on project teams to ensure security by design principles are implemented in every IT and development effort to ensure the effective and appropriate use of security technology solutions and processes that reduce risk and increase the security of the company and its data. You will be comfortable building relationships and partnering across the organization, partnering with team members inside and outside of the department. You may be hired as a Cyber Security Analyst, or Sr. Cyber Security Analyst based on your depth of skill and breadth of experience. What will you do? Perform incident response investigation from escalated incidents on Windows and Linux systems Understand and evaluate emerging threats on cyber security exploits, vulnerabilities, techniques, and tactics Purple team: utilize offensive security tools (BAS solutions) and tactics to enhance detection capabilities Participate and conduct threat hunting and threat assessment in context of information technology architecture Analyze and tune operating system and SIEM logs, events, and alerts. Design, document, review, and validate security hardening configurations (CIS Benchmarks) within Information Technology solutions Design, document, review, and test cybersecurity-based incident response run and play books What education and experience do you need? A combination of the following education and experience factors will be considered: Deep knowledge of securing operating systems including Windows and Linux BS in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent experience 4 years of experience in managing or using a SIEM or Incident Response investigation Cybersecurity Forensics experience is a plus Requires excellent verbal, written communication and ability to interact professionally within a corporate environment Ability to manage multiple assignments and track through to completion Preferred certifications GCFE, GCIH, GCIA, GCED, GCWN, GMON, GCUX, GCDA What’s in it for me? We don't just offer benefits; we offer a comprehensive and flexible benefits package tailored for you Dive into a world of cutting-edge healthcare with our comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits, including telehealth services. Say goodbye to the hassle of prescriptions with our convenient mail-order program for 90-day maintenance medications. Our Health Savings Account (HSA) featuring pre-tax deductions and quarterly company contributions (HSA only) puts more money in your pockets Plan for your golden years with confidence through our 401k retirement plan, complete with a company match. Fuel your ambition with our Tuition Assistance program, empowering you to reach new heights in your professional journey. Finally, experience true well-being with BeWell Program, where we champion physical, mental, financial, and social wellness, because your success and happiness are our ultimate priorities Pay Details: $115,000.00 to $145,000.00 per year Search managed by: Richard Aronson Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.lhh.com/us/en/candidate -privacy The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable: The California Fair Chance Act Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Location: San Diego, CA, US

Posted Date: 4/19/2025