Job Description
Join Maryland's cybersecurity team in an urgent role protecting critical state infrastructure. We're seeking a passionate Senior Cybersecurity Analyst to safeguard government systems against evolving threats. This high-impact position offers competitive benefits, job security, and the opportunity to serve Maryland citizens directly. Work with cutting-edge technology while making tangible contributions to public safety.
Responsibilities
- Monitor and analyze security threats across state networks using SIEM tools
- Lead incident response for cybersecurity breaches
- Develop and implement security protocols for state systems
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing
- Collaborate with IT teams on security architecture design
- Prepare detailed threat intelligence reports for leadership
- Maintain compliance with NIST and state security standards
Qualifications
- 5+ years in cybersecurity with government/enterprise experience
- Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) required
- Expertise in threat detection and incident response protocols
- Strong knowledge of NIST frameworks and FISMA compliance
- Experience with SIEM platforms (Splunk, ArcSight)
- Ability to obtain Public Trust clearance
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills