Cybersecurity Analyst

Job Description

Responsibilities:

• Assist in monitoring and analyzing security events and alerts using SIEM tools, particularly Wazuh, under guidance.
• Support real-time network traffic analysis using tools like Security Onion to help identify suspicious activity.
• Help collect and review logs from servers, firewalls, IDS/IPS, and endpoints for security-relevant information.
• Participate in incident response processes by assisting with evidence gathering and documentation.
• Learn and contribute to the tuning of SIEM rules and alert logic for improved detection accuracy.
• Gain experience in managing virtual lab environments and supporting security infrastructure.
• Work alongside team members to monitor and review firewall configurations using pfSense.
• Assist in basic threat hunting activities and identification of indicators of compromise (IOCs).
• Collaborate with senior analysts and engineers to learn detection use case development and response workflows.
• Stay updated with current cybersecurity threats, vulnerabilities, and attacker techniques.

Requirements:

• Strong foundational knowledge of Linux systems and proficiency with basic command-line tools.
• Good understanding of networking fundamentals, including TCP/IP, DNS, routing, and firewall concepts.
• Eagerness to learn and work with tools like Wazuh, Security Onion, Proxmox, and pfSense.
• Interest in log analysis, SIEM systems, and network security monitoring.
• Strong willingness to learn, with attention to detail and solid communication skills.
• Coursework, personal projects, or certifications in cybersecurity are a plus.

Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: In person