Job Description
Join North Carolina's state government in a critical cybersecurity role! We're urgently seeking a dedicated Cybersecurity Analyst to protect our digital infrastructure and ensure citizen data security. This position offers competitive benefits, career growth opportunities, and the chance to serve your community. Immediate start available for qualified candidates.
Responsibilities
- Monitor and analyze security threats across state networks and systems
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing
- Develop and implement incident response protocols
- Collaborate with IT teams to enforce security policies
- Manage security tools (SIEM, firewalls, IDS/IPS)
- Prepare security compliance reports for state and federal requirements
- Train staff on security best practices and protocols
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, IT, or related field
- 3+ years of cybersecurity experience
- CompTIA Security+ or CISSP certification required
- Experience with threat detection and incident response
- Knowledge of NIST frameworks and compliance standards
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to obtain and maintain security clearance