Job Description
Join our elite cybersecurity team in Washington DC with an immediate contract opportunity! CyberShield Solutions is seeking a Senior Cybersecurity Analyst to protect federal infrastructure against evolving threats. This high-impact role offers flexible remote options with on-site collaboration in the nation's capital. Work alongside industry leaders while making a direct impact on national security.
Why Apply? Immediate start date, competitive hourly rates, and opportunity to work with cutting-edge security technologies. Perfect for cybersecurity professionals seeking flexible, mission-critical work.
Responsibilities
- Conduct advanced threat detection and incident response for federal systems
- Perform vulnerability assessments and penetration testing on classified networks
- Develop and implement security monitoring protocols using SIEM platforms
- Create comprehensive security documentation and compliance reports
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to remediate security gaps
- Stay updated on emerging cyber threats and mitigation strategies
Qualifications
- 5+ years in cybersecurity with federal government experience preferred
- CISSP, CEH, or CompTIA Security+ certification required
- Expertise in SIEM tools (Splunk, QRadar) and threat intelligence platforms
- Strong knowledge of NIST frameworks and FedRAMP requirements
- Experience with cloud security (AWS, Azure) and network protocols
- Ability to obtain and maintain government security clearance (SCI preferred)
- Exceptional analytical skills and incident response experience