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Job Description

The Cybersecurity Analyst will be responsible for safeguarding the organization’s information systems, infrastructure, and data through proactive monitoring, analysis, and in supporting the implementation of advanced security solutions. This position plays a vital role in maintaining a secure technology environment by leveraging tools such as Cisco XDR, Cisco Firepower, Cisco Endpoint, Cisco ASA, Fortinet Gateways, and Duo MFA.

The ideal candidate will possess 3–5 years of hands-on experience in network and server hardening, threat detection and response, and disaster recovery planning and execution. Working closely with IT operations, this role ensures that all systems are resilient, compliant, and protected against evolving cyber threats.

Key Responsibilities

Security Operations & Monitoring

• Implement, configure, and manage Cisco XDR, Cisco Endpoint Security, and Fortinet Gateways to ensure proactive threat detection and response.

• Monitor network and endpoint activities for security incidents using advanced SIEM and XDR tools.

• Investigate, analyze, and respond to security breaches, threats, and vulnerabilities.

Network & Infrastructure Security

• Manage and maintain Cisco Firepower and Cisco ASA firewalls to ensure secure and efficient traffic management.

• Administer Duo Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) for secure user access and identity protection.

• Perform network hardening to reduce the attack surface, following best practices and compliance standards.

Server & System Hardening

• Conduct server hardening across Windows and Linux systems, ensuring compliance with internal and regulatory standards.

• Review and implement secure configurations, patch management, and vulnerability remediation.

Disaster Recovery & Continuity

• Participate in DR drills and testing to validate readiness and response effectiveness.

Policy, Documentation & Compliance

• Maintain up-to-date documentation of network security configurations, standards, and incident response procedures.

• Support compliance initiatives (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001, or CIS Controls) through audits and reporting.

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Skills and Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience).

• 3–5 years of hands-on experience managing and securing enterprise networks and systems.

• Proven experience with:

• Cisco XDR, Cisco Firepower, Cisco ASA, Cisco Endpoint

• Fortinet Gateways

• Duo MFA

• Server and Network Hardening

• Disaster Recovery implementation and testing

• Strong understanding of TCP/IP, VPNs, IDS/IPS, and secure network design principles.

• Familiarity with incident response, threat intelligence, and vulnerability management processes.

• Cisco certifications such as CCNA, CCNP (Enterprise, Security, or equivalent).

• Experience with other routing protocols (EIGRP, BGP) and advanced firewall features.

• Familiarity with automation tools (Python, Ansible, Netmiko) for network management.

• Experience in high-availability enterprise or government environments.