Cybersecurity Analyst

Shastashade; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 50,220 - 66,960; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/Dental/Vision

Certifications paid

Annual bonus

Onsite gym

Career growth path

Job summary

Shastashade is seeking a Cybersecurity Analyst in Austin, TX to monitor, detect, and respond to threats across our digital infrastructure. You will analyze logs, tighten defenses, and coordinate with IT to patch vulnerabilities while maintaining data protection standards.

The role emphasizes proactive threat hunting, incident response, and clear security reporting. A Bachelor's in a related field and 3–5 years’ experience are preferred, with opportunities for certifications and career growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in cybersecurity, computer science, or related field is required or highly preferred.
• Security+ or CEH certification is advantageous and shows readiness for mature cyber defenses.
• 3–5 years of professional cybersecurity experience is expected.

Responsibilities

• Monitor systems for vulnerabilities, detect anomalies, and respond to incidents that could compromise security.
• Analyze logs, review security alerts, and coordinate with IT teams to patch vulnerabilities.
• Perform penetration testing, simulate attacks, and ensure compliance with internal policies and industry standards.
• Proactively hunt threats and provide detailed security reports.

Skills

Threat detection

SIEM tools

Incident response

Vulnerability assessment

Firewalls & IDS/IPS

Security compliance

Scripting

Education

Bachelor’s in Cybersecurity, CS, or related field

Security+ or CEH preferred

Tools

Splunk

ELK/Elastic

Job description

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Job Overview

Date Posted

August 30, 2025

September 28, 2025

Location

Austin, Texas, USA

Offered Salary

$4,500 – $6,000 / month

Experience

3–5 Years of Professional Experience in Cybersecurity

Qualification

Bachelor’s in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or related field; Security+ or CEH preferred

Job Skills

Threat Detection SIEM Tools Incident Response Vulnerability Assessment Firewalls & IDS/IPS Security Compliance Scripting

We’re hiring a Cybersecurity Analyst to safeguard our digital infrastructure against evolving threats. You will monitor systems for vulnerabilities, detect anomalies, and respond swiftly to incidents that could compromise security. Your role is crucial in protecting sensitive company and customer data.

Daily responsibilities include analyzing logs, reviewing security alerts, and coordinating with IT teams to patch vulnerabilities. You’ll also perform penetration testing, simulate attacks, and ensure compliance with internal policies and industry standards. Proactive threat hunting and detailed reporting will be part of your workflow.

This position is well-suited for someone who is detail-oriented and thrives in high-stakes environments. By staying ahead of emerging threats and leveraging modern security tools, you will play a vital role in maintaining the integrity and trust of our systems.

What you’ll bring

As a Cybersecurity Analyst, you’ll be expected to combine technical expertise with analytical thinking to proactively defend our systems and data. You should be comfortable working under pressure, responding to incidents quickly, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to improve overall security posture.

• Hands‑on experience with threat detection and incident response.
• Proficiency with SIEM tools such as Splunk or ELK.
• Knowledge of firewalls, IDS/IPS, and endpoint protection.
• Strong grasp of vulnerability assessment methodologies.
• Ability to communicate technical risks to non‑technical stakeholders.

We believe in investing in our people as much as we do in security. Along with competitive pay, you’ll receive access to certifications, wellness perks, and clear opportunities for career advancement within the security domain.

• Health, dental, and vision coverage.
• Paid certifications (CISSP, CISM, CEH).
• Competitive salary + annual performance bonus.
• Onsite gym and wellness perks.
• Opportunities to grow into Security Engineer or SOC Lead.