Sr Cyber Security Analyst

Hansen Talent Group

Columbia, SC

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Analysis Skills, Applications Security, Business Analysis, CISA - Certified Information Systems Auditor, CISM - Certified Information Security Manager, CISSP - Certified Information Systems Security Professional, Computer Science, Computer Security, Cyber Threat Hunting, Documentation, Enterprise Protection, Hunting, Incident Response, Industry Standards, Information Technology & Information Systems, Internet Security, Linux Operating System, Mentoring, Metasploit, Nessus, Network Security, Network Testing, Penetration Testing, Problem Solving Skills, Quality Assurance Methodology, Reporting Skills, Risk, Risk Analysis, Risk Management, Security Analysis, Security Attacks, Security Monitoring, Software Testing, Technical Leadership, Test Automation, Testing, Web Application Infrastructure
LOCATION
Columbia, SC
POSTED
7 days ago

Hansen Talent Group is hiring a Senior Cyber Security Analyst to support enterprise cybersecurity initiatives focused on penetration testing, vulnerability assessments, threat hunting, and security risk reduction. This role will lead hands-on security testing efforts across applications, systems, and infrastructure while helping strengthen the organization's overall security posture.

Hybrid: (Onsite Tuesday–Thursday)
 

What You'll Do

• 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

What You'll Need

• 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

Preferred Qualifications

• 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

 

About the Company

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Hansen Talent Group