Cyber Security Analyst

Entry-level associate role for a Cyber Security Analyst I position near Athens, GA with paid training and a hybrid/remote setup.

• Review network traffic and triage security alerts using SIEM tools such as Splunk
• Detect potential cyber threats, support investigations into suspected incidents, and apply standard security playbooks
• Help identify system weaknesses and coordinate with teams to address and patch security gaps

• Experience level: 0 years required
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Motivation to build a career in cyber defense
• Must live within commuting distance of Athens, GA to support occasional onsite training days and local team collaboration
• U.S. citizenship required; must be eligible to obtain a U.S. Government Secret Security Clearance (support provided throughout the process)

• SIEM tools
• Splunk

• Security Monitoring: analyzing network traffic and reading SIEM alerts in tools like Splunk
• Incident Handling: recognizing threats, investigating potential breaches, and executing standard security playbooks
• Vulnerability Scanning: identifying weaknesses and working with teams to patch security gaps
• Compliance & Defense Standards: foundational concepts of NIST and government cybersecurity frameworks

• Basic interest in technology, computers, or networking
• High school diploma or Associate/Bachelor’s degree in any field
• Self-taught knowledge, home lab experience, or basic certifications such as CompTIA Security+ (optional)

• Fully paid structured training and mentorship from senior cyber engineers
• Paid certification support, with assistance covering costs for foundational industry certifications
• Flexible hybrid/remote schedule
• Full medical and dental benefits
• 401(k) matching and PTO benefits
• Pay: $65,000.00 - $82,000.00 per year

• Hybrid remote in Athens, GA 30601