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# Cyber Security Analyst

- **Company:** Hansen Talent Group
- **Location:** United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Software System Penetration Testing, Burp Suite, Cyber Security, Linux, Network Security, Software Vulnerability Management, Web Applications, Software Security, Information Technology, Metasploit, Cybercrime, Tenable Nessus, Nessus, Vulnerability Analysis
- **Published:** June 12, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/5b4a716a-f855-442e-bc8f-f057da0c1c53

## About the Role

* Bachelor''s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or related field (or equivalent experience)
 * Cybersecurity or related technical experience
 * Hands-on penetration testing and security assessment experience in enterprise environments
 * Strong Linux experience and proficiency with penetration testing tools such as Burp Suite, Metasploit, and Nessus
 * Experience validating vulnerabilities and performing manual testing beyond automated scanning tools
 * Strong understanding of network security, application security, threat analysis, incident response, and vulnerability management
 * Experience communicating technical findings and risk to both technical and non-technical audiences
 * Strong analytical, problem-solving, and documentation skills, * Experience with threat hunting, cyber threat intelligence, and security operations
 * Experience in medium-to-large enterprise environments
 * CISSP, CISM, CISA, or similar security certifications
 * Experience supporting incident response and forensic investigations

## Description

* Plan and execute penetration tests, vulnerability assessments, and security reviews across enterprise environments
 * Perform web application, infrastructure, and network security testing using industry-standard tools and techniques
 * Validate vulnerabilities, assess business risk, and provide remediation recommendations
 * Conduct advanced threat hunting and security investigations
 * Monitor and analyze security events escalated by junior analysts
 * Research emerging threats, attacker techniques, and security trends to improve testing methodologies
 * Support the implementation and tuning of security tools and assessment platforms
 * Document findings, prepare assessment reports, and communicate results to technical and business stakeholders
 * Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior security team members
 * Collaborate with security operations, engineering, and infrastructure teams to improve enterprise security controls


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