Cyber Defense Analyst: Banking Security & Incident Response

James Search Group; United States; On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Unknown Client in the United States is seeking a Cyber Security Analyst to protect critical assets and sensitive information in a rapidly evolving digital landscape. You will monitor, detect, and respond to security incidents, conduct assessments, and help shape security policies.

Ideal candidates have 1-5 years in cybersecurity, experience with SIEM, firewalls, and penetration testing tools, and possess relevant certifications.

Qualifications

• 1-5 years of experience in cybersecurity.
• Understanding of security frameworks (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001).
• Proficiency with SIEM, firewalls, IDS/IPS, and endpoint protection solutions.
• Hands-on experience with pentesting tools (e.g., Metasploit, Nessus, Burp Suite).
• Familiarity with cloud security (AWS, Azure, or GCP).
• Certifications such as CISSP, CEH, or CompTIA Security+ are desirable.

Responsibilities

• Monitor, detect, and respond to security incidents using advanced tools and techniques.
• Conduct vulnerability assessments, risk analyses, and penetration tests to identify and mitigate threats.
• Develop and implement security policies, standards, and procedures in alignment with industry best practices.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and maintain secure systems and networks.
• Analyze security breaches and prepare detailed reports with actionable recommendations.
• Stay up-to-date with emerging threats and trends, ensuring proactive defense strategies.
• Conduct regular audits to ensure compliance with regulations such as GDPR, PCI DSS, and SOX.

Skills

Incident response

Vulnerability assessment

Penetration testing

Risk analysis

Cloud security

Tools

SIEM

Firewalls

IDS/IPS

Endpoint protection

Job description

Unknown Client in the United States is seeking a Cyber Security Analyst to protect critical assets and sensitive information in a rapidly evolving digital landscape. You will monitor, detect, and respond to security incidents, conduct assessments, and help shape security policies.

Ideal candidates have 1-5 years in cybersecurity, experience with SIEM, firewalls, and penetration testing tools, and possess relevant certifications.