Senior Analyst, Cyber Security

Hansen Talent Group

  • Columbia, SC
  • 30+ days ago

    Highlights

    This role is ideal for an experienced cybersecurity professional with a strong background in penetration testing, vulnerability assessments, threat hunting, and security risk analysis. • Use tools including Burp Suite, Metasploit, Nessus, and Linux-based security tools to identify and validate vulnerabilities.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationColumbia, SC

    Description

    Hansen Talent Group is hiring a Sr.Cyber Security Analyst to support an enterprise Cyber Threat Intelligence and Security Operations team.

    This role is ideal for an experienced cybersecurity professional with a strong background in penetration testing, vulnerability assessments, threat hunting, and security risk analysis.

    What You’ll Do

    • Plan and execute penetration tests and vulnerability assessments across applications, systems, and infrastructure
    • Use tools including Burp Suite, Metasploit, Nessus, and Linux-based security tools to identify and validate vulnerabilities
    • Simulate real-world attacks and assess the business risk and potential impact of security weaknesses
    • Perform advanced threat hunting and investigate escalated security events
    • Analyze findings and provide practical remediation recommendations
    • Research emerging threats and incorporate current attack techniques into security assessments
    • Support implementation and tuning of security assessment and monitoring tools
    • Document and present findings to technical teams, stakeholders, and leadership
    • Provide technical guidance and knowledge sharing to other security analysts

    What You’ll Need

    • 8+ years of cybersecurity or related technical experience
    • Strong hands-on penetration testing and vulnerability assessment experience
    • Experience with Linux, Burp Suite, Metasploit, and Nessus
    • Strong understanding of network and system security, attack techniques, and vulnerability management
    • Experience analyzing security risks and translating technical findings into business impact
    • Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills
    • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
    • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, IT, or related field OR equivalent experience

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