Network Security & Cybersecurity Analyst (Onsite – Austin, TX)

CrowdPlat; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology security firm is seeking a skilled Network Security & Cybersecurity Analyst for a long-term, onsite role in Austin, TX. The analyst will focus on securing enterprise networks and systems, evaluating cybersecurity tools, and supporting risk reduction efforts. Ideal candidates should have hands-on experience in security operations, strong documentation skills, and basic project management experience. This position supports critical public-sector cybersecurity initiatives.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in network security operations.
• Strong documentation skills in cybersecurity practices.
• Experience engaging with stakeholders and managing projects.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and protect networks against security threats.
• Install and maintain security tools and hardware.
• Evaluate cybersecurity tools and identify risks.
• Investigate security incidents and develop remediation strategies.

Skills

Hands-on security operations

Documentation skills

Stakeholder engagement

Basic project management skills

Tools

Security tools

Network monitoring software

Job description

Network Security & Cybersecurity Analyst (Onsite – Austin, TX)

We are seeking an experienced Network Security & Cybersecurity Analyst to support an ongoing public‑sector security initiative. This role focuses on securing enterprise networks and systems, evaluating existing cybersecurity tools and controls, and supporting risk reduction efforts across a large organization.

The ideal candidate combines hands‑on security operations experience with strong documentation, stakeholder engagement, and basic project‑management skills. This is a long‑term, onsite role in Austin, TX, supporting critical cybersecurity initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and protect enterprise networks and information systems against security threats, cyber‑attacks, and unauthorized access
• Install, administer, troubleshoot, and maintain security tools, hardware, and software
• Apply system and security updates, patches, and upgrades to maintain compliance and reduce vulnerabilities
• Evaluate existing cybersecurity tools, controls, and processes to identify gaps and security risks
• Develop and implement recommendations and risk‑reduction plans to improve security posture
• Investigate security incidents and assist with remediation and prevention strategies
• Develop, update, and maintain network and system security documentation
• Design and deliver project artifacts such as project plans, status reports