Cybersecurity Analyst

Quantum Integrators Group; West Windsor (NJ); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance-based bonuses

Learning and professional development opportunities

Flexible working hours

Remote work options

Job summary

A technology services firm in New Jersey seeks a Cybersecurity Analyst to safeguard computing environments against threats. The role involves preventing, detecting, and mitigating cybersecurity issues, along with conducting investigations into cyber-attacks. Candidates should have a master's degree in Cybersecurity or a related field and at least one year of relevant experience. Experience with tools such as Splunk and CrowdStrike is essential. The position offers competitive pay, bonuses, and flexible remote working hours.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or related.
• At least 12 months of relevant cybersecurity experience.
• Proficient in security monitoring and forensic analysis.

Responsibilities

• Develop plans to protect computer files from unauthorized access.
• Analyze cyber-attack artifacts and collect forensic evidence.
• Conduct investigations to understand attack motivations.

Skills

Security monitoring

Forensic analysis

Malware investigation

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Education

Master’s degree in Cybersecurity or related field

Tools

Splunk

CrowdStrike

NetWitness

Signal Science

Wireshark

Job description

The Cybersecurity Analyst will safeguard computing environments by preventing, detecting, and mitigating cybersecurity threats. This role involves analyzing cyber-attack artifacts, collecting and preserving forensic evidence, and conducting deep-dive investigations into attack motivations and techniques. The analyst will leverage security tools such as Splunk, CrowdStrike, NetWitness, Signal Science, and Wireshark, as well as perform expert-level malware analysis using sandbox environments. The position requires proactively reducing the impact of malicious activities and security events while supporting emergency data processing needs. Frequent travel to client locations may be required.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement plans to protect computer files from unauthorized modification, destruction, or disclosure.
• Analyze cyber-attack artifacts and collect, preserve, and filter forensic evidence.
• Conduct deep-dive investigations to understand attack motivations and techniques.
• Analyze network packet captures and data logs using security tools such as Splunk, CrowdStrike, NetWitness, Signal Science, and Wireshark.
• Perform expert-level malware analysis using sandbox environments to understand TTPs and fine-tune security tools.
• Reduce the probability and impact of malware, malicious activities, and security events.
• Support emergency data processing and ensure cybersecurity compliance.
• Travel to unanticipated client locations as required.

Required Qualifications

• Master’s degree or foreign equivalent in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or related field.
• Minimum 12 months of relevant experience in cybersecurity or information security roles.
• Proficiency with security monitoring, forensic analysis, and malware investigation.
• Knowledge of cybersecurity tools and techniques, including Splunk, CrowdStrike, NetWitness, Signal Science, and Wireshark.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with sandbox environments and malware analysis.
• Familiarity with Threat Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures (TTPs).
• Ability to work independently and handle emergency security situations.
• Collaborative approach to supporting cross-functional cybersecurity initiatives.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Learning and professional development opportunities.
• Flexible working hours and remote work options.