What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cyber Security Analyst position at H2 Recruits?
The Cybersecurity Analyst role will be responsible for active threat hunting, performing vulnerability assessments, monitoring, maintaining current cybersecurity technologies and toolsets, and implementing strong safeguards for sensitive data. The analyst should possess solid analytical skills, a deep knowledge of security tools and protocols, and the ability to clearly communicate risks and recommendations. Core duties involve conducting regular security audits, staying informed about emerging threats, and working closely with IT teams to strengthen the organization’s security posture.
Responsibilities
- Implement and maintain security safeguards
- Monitor networks and systems for security events
- Investigate and respond to security events/incidents
- Perform regular security audits and reviews
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing to identify risks
- Implement and maintain security tools such as firewalls, intrusion detection systems (IDS), and endpoint protection
- Enforce security policies, standards, and procedures
- Stay current on cybersecurity threats and trends
- Collaborate with IT teams to improve security measures − Additional responsibilities as assigned
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology or related field is preferred
- Preferred but not required: Security , CISSP, CISM
- 3 - 5 years of experience as a cybersecurity analyst
- Experience with CrowdStrike, Microsoft Defender, Fortinet
- Experience with SIEM tools, IDS/IPS, and vulnerability management solutions Experience with Azure and cloud security tools
- Strong knowledge of network, system, and cloud security concepts
- Knowledge of regulatory compliance and risk management principles
- Some travel is required
Salary : $80,000 - $90,000