Cyber Security Analyst I

Cybersecurity Jobs; Athens (GA); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

PTO

Medical and dental benefits

Certification support

Job summary

RTX is seeking an entry-level Cyber Security Analyst I position near Athens, GA with a hybrid/remote setup and paid training.

You will review network traffic, triage security alerts with Splunk, and follow standard playbooks while building a career in cyber defense.

This role requires U.S. citizenship and eligibility for a Secret security clearance, with occasional onsite training days in Athens.

Qualifications

• 0 years experience required
• Strong problem-solving and attention to detail
• Motivation to build a career in cyber defense
• Must live within commuting distance of Athens, GA
• U.S. citizenship required; eligible to obtain a U.S. Government Secret Security Clearance

Responsibilities

• Review network traffic and triage security alerts using SIEM tools such as Splunk
• Detect potential cyber threats, support investigations into suspected incidents, and apply standard security playbooks
• Help identify system weaknesses and coordinate with teams to address and patch security gaps

Skills

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Motivation to cyber defense

Education

High School Diploma or Associate/Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Splunk

SIEM tools

Job description

Entry-level associate role for a Cyber Security Analyst I position near Athens, GA with paid training and a hybrid/remote setup.

Responsibilities

• Review network traffic and triage security alerts using SIEM tools such as Splunk
• Detect potential cyber threats, support investigations into suspected incidents, and apply standard security playbooks
• Help identify system weaknesses and coordinate with teams to address and patch security gaps

Requirements

• Experience level: 0 years required
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Motivation to build a career in cyber defense
• Must live within commuting distance of Athens, GA to support occasional onsite training days and local team collaboration
• U.S. citizenship required; must be eligible to obtain a U.S. Government Secret Security Clearance (support provided throughout the process)

Technologies

• SIEM tools
• Splunk

What RTX Will Teach You

• Security Monitoring: analyzing network traffic and reading SIEM alerts in tools like Splunk
• Incident Handling: recognizing threats, investigating potential breaches, and executing standard security playbooks
• Vulnerability Scanning: identifying weaknesses and working with teams to patch security gaps
• Compliance & Defense Standards: foundational concepts of NIST and government cybersecurity frameworks

Bonus Qualifications (Nice to Have)

• Basic interest in technology, computers, or networking
• High school diploma or Associate/Bachelor’s degree in any field
• Self-taught knowledge, home lab experience, or basic certifications such as CompTIA Security+ (optional)

Benefits

• Fully paid structured training and mentorship from senior cyber engineers
• Paid certification support, with assistance covering costs for foundational industry certifications
• Flexible hybrid/remote schedule
• Full medical and dental benefits
• 401(k) matching and PTO benefits
• Pay: $65,000.00 - $82,000.00 per year

Work Location

• Hybrid remote in Athens, GA 30601