Cyber Security Analyst

Cybersecurity Analyst - Entry to 3 Years

Location: United States (Onsite / Hybrid / Remote - based on client engagement)Employment Type: Full-TimeExperience: 0–3 YearsCompensation: $75,000 – $115,000/year (based on experience, location, and skill set)About This OpportunityAmoha Recruitment Services is a US-focused staffing and placement firm actively building a talent pipeline of cybersecurity professionals for upcoming client engagements across technology, finance, healthcare, and SaaS.We work with candidates on OPT, STEM-OPT, and H-1B status, as well as US citizens and Green Card holders.If you're an early-career cybersecurity professional with a strong foundation in information security, networking, threat detection, and security operations, we'd like to add you to our candidate network for current and future client opportunities.What You'll Do (Typical Responsibilities Across Client Engagements)Monitor security alerts, logs, and events using SIEM and security monitoring platformsInvestigate and respond to potential security incidents and suspicious activitiesAssist with vulnerability assessments, security testing, and remediation activitiesAnalyze network traffic, system logs, and security events to identify potential threatsSupport endpoint, network, application, and cloud security initiativesAssist with security incident documentation, investigation, and reportingParticipate in security operations, incident response, and threat-hunting activitiesWork with security tools such as SIEM, EDR/XDR, vulnerability scanners, and firewallsSupport identity and access management (IAM), authentication, and access-control processesParticipate in security audits, risk assessments, and compliance-related activitiesFollow security best practices and organizational policies to protect systems and dataCollaborate with IT, cloud, software development, and infrastructure teams on security requirementsRequired QualificationsBachelor's or Master's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, Information Security, or a closely related field0–3 years of professional, internship, academic, or hands-on cybersecurity experienceStrong understanding of networking fundamentals, including TCP/IP, DNS, HTTP/HTTPS, VPNs, and firewallsUnderstanding of operating systems, particularly Linux and WindowsFamiliarity with cybersecurity concepts including vulnerabilities, threats, authentication, encryption, and incident responseBasic knowledge of security monitoring and SIEM conceptsFamiliarity with scripting or programming in Python, PowerShell, Bash, JavaScript, or a similar languageUnderstanding of common security frameworks and practicesExperience with Git and collaborative technical workflows is a plusStrong analytical, troubleshooting, documentation, and communication skillsSkills That Strengthen Your ApplicationSIEM platforms such as Splunk, Microsoft Sentinel, or IBM QRadarEDR/XDR and endpoint security toolsVulnerability assessment tools such as Nessus, Qualys, or OpenVASNetwork security tools, firewalls, IDS/IPS, and packet-analysis toolsCloud security exposure: AWS, Microsoft Azure, or Google Cloud PlatformIdentity and access management (IAM), Active Directory, and Microsoft Entra IDPython, PowerShell, Bash, or other scripting experienceIncident response and digital forensics fundamentalsPenetration testing and ethical hacking fundamentalsOWASP Top 10 and application security conceptsSecurity frameworks such as NIST Cybersecurity Framework, CIS Controls, or ISO 27001Docker, Kubernetes, and container-security fundamentalsSecurity automation and SOAR conceptsExposure to AI/LLM security, threat detection, or security automationWork AuthorizationWe welcome and support candidates who are:US Citizens or Green Card holdersOn F-1 OPT or STEM-OPTEligible for or currently holding H-1B statusCompensation & BenefitsMarket-competitive salary: $75,000–$115,000/year (varies by client, location, and experience)Health and wellness benefits through placementPaid Time Off (PTO)Ongoing learning and professional development supportAccess to real-world cybersecurity projects across multiple industriesExposure to enterprise security environments, tools, and technologiesHow to ApplySubmit your resume through this posting or connect with our recruiting team directly.

Shortlisted candidates will be added to our active talent pipeline and contacted as matching client opportunities open up.Amoha Recruitment Services LLP is an equal opportunity employer/placement partner and welcomes applicants regardless of race, gender, religion, national origin, disability, or veteran status.