Cybersecurity Analyst / Engineer

Cybersecurity Jobs; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Hudson Manpower is seeking a Cybersecurity Analyst / Engineer to support security operations across enterprise and cloud environments. This onsite role in San Jose, CA involves monitoring security signals, assisting incident response, and contributing to vulnerability and access-related security activities.

The position is open to relocation anywhere in the United States and requires strong analytical skills, hands-on experience with SIEM tools, and a proactive approach to security enhancements.

Qualifications

• Understanding of cybersecurity fundamentals (CIA triad) and threat vectors.
• Familiarity with SIEM tools (Splunk, Sentinel, QRadar) and incident response basics.
• Experience with vulnerability scanning and remediation processes.
• Knowledge of access control concepts (IAM) and user security management.
• Basic knowledge of Windows and Linux security basics.
• Awareness of OWASP Top 10 and application security basics.

Responsibilities

• Monitor security alerts and logs using SIEM tools.
• Assist in identifying, analyzing, and responding to security incidents.
• Support vulnerability scanning and remediation efforts.
• Help maintain security policies, procedures, and documentation.
• Perform basic threat analysis and escalate incidents as required.
• Assist with access control, IAM, and user security management.
• Support endpoint, network, and application security initiatives.
• Work closely with senior security engineers and SOC teams.
• Participate in security audits and compliance activities.

Skills

SIEM usage

Incident response

Vulnerability management

Access control

Threat analysis

Analytical thinking

Willingness to learn

Tools

Splunk

Sentinel

QRadar

Nessus

Qualys

Rapid7

Windows

Linux

OWASP Top 10

TCP/IP

DNS

Firewalls

VPNs

IAM

Job description

Hudson Manpower is seeking a Cybersecurity Analyst / Engineer to support security operations across enterprise and cloud environments. In this onsite role in San Jose, CA, you will help monitor security signals, assist with incident response, and contribute to vulnerability and access-related security activities. The position is also open to relocation anywhere in the United States.

What you will do

• Monitor security alerts and logs using SIEM tools
• Assist in identifying, analyzing, and responding to security incidents
• Support vulnerability scanning and remediation efforts
• Help maintain security policies, procedures, and documentation
• Perform basic threat analysis and escalate incidents as required
• Assist with access control, IAM, and user security management
• Support endpoint, network, and application security initiatives
• Work closely with senior security engineers and SOC teams
• Participate in security audits and compliance activities

What you bring

• Basic understanding of cybersecurity fundamentals including the CIA Triad and common threat vectors
• Knowledge of networking concepts such as TCP/IP, DNS, firewalls, and VPNs
• Familiarity with SIEM tools, including Splunk, Sentinel, and QRadar (academic or hands‑on)
• Understanding of Windows and Linux security basics
• Knowledge of the OWASP Top 10 and basic application security concepts
• Exposure to vulnerability scanning tools such as Nessus, Qualys, and Rapid7 (preferred)
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Willingness to learn and work in a fast‑paced environment

Tools and technologies

• SIEM: Splunk, Sentinel, QRadar
• Vulnerability scanning: Nessus, Qualys, Rapid7
• Platforms: Windows, Linux
• Security and application concepts: OWASP Top 10
• Networking: TCP/IP, DNS, firewalls, VPNs
• Identity and access: IAM

Location: San Jose, CA (onsite). Open to relocation anywhere in the United States.
Experience: 4+ years.
Job type: Full-time / Contract / Contract-to-Hire.
Work authorization: US Citizens & Green Card Holders ONLY.