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Cyber Security Analyst

HRConnectsNewark, NJ🇺🇸United StatesPosted 13 Jul 2026

Why This Role Stands Out

This hybrid role offers a fantastic opportunity to advance your career in cybersecurity within the dynamic finance industry, developing cutting-edge security solutions and making a significant impact. If you possess strong analytical skills, a passion for threat detection, and expertise in areas like malware analysis and network security, you'll thrive in this collaborative environment. Join HRConnects to hone your skills and contribute to protecting critical financial data.

Quick Overview

Work Type
Hybrid
Level
Mid Senior

Job Description

Cyber Security Analyst

Are you passionate about defending digital assets and uncovering sophisticated threats? We’re seeking a highly skilled Cyber Security Analyst to join our team—an analytical thinker with a deep understanding of cyber threats and a knack for innovative security solutions. This role offers the opportunity to work on cutting-edge security challenges within the finance industry, making a real impact in safeguarding critical financial data and infrastructure.

What You''''ll Do:

As a Cyber Security Analyst, you will leverage your expertise to develop content and use cases that anticipate and counter cyber threats. Your work will involve detailed log parsing, advanced data analysis, and malware examination. You''''ll utilize your knowledge of network communications, disassembly, and code de-obfuscation techniques to identify and neutralize malicious activities. Collaborating with cross-functional teams, you''''ll contribute to strengthening our security posture and ensuring robust protection against emerging cyber risks.

Required Skills:

  • Proven hands-on experience in content development and use-case management for cybersecurity.
  • Strong proficiency in log parsing and data analysis, with advanced skills in regular expressions (RegEx).
  • Solid knowledge of x86 assembly language, including experience with disassemblers and debuggers.
  • Demonstrated expertise in static and dynamic malware analysis.
  • Experience with code de-obfuscation, anti-analysis, and anti-forensic techniques.
  • Proficiency in at least one compiled programming language (C or C++).
  • Competence in scripting languages such as Python or Perl.
  • In-depth understanding of the TCP/IP protocol stack and network communications.
  • Moderate to advanced knowledge of DDoS attack methodologies and mitigation strategies.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
  • Prior experience working within the finance sector.

Nice to Have Skills:

  • Additional certifications in cybersecurity or related fields.
  • Familiarity with threat hunting tools and incident response procedures.
  • Knowledge of scripting automation and orchestration frameworks.
  • Experience with cloud security environments.

Preferred Education and Experience:

  • Bachelor’s degree or higher in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field.
  • At least 3-5 years of hands-on cybersecurity experience, specifically within financial services.

Other Requirements:

  • Certifications: OSCP (Offensive Security Certified Professional) and OSCE (Offensive Security Certified Expert) are mandatory.
  • Willingness to stay current with evolving cyber threats and participate in ongoing training.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and respond promptly to security incidents.

If you’re ready to elevate your cybersecurity career and protect financial assets at the highest level, we want to hear from you—apply now and become a vital part of our security team!

Skills

TCP/IP
Assembly
C++
Perl
Python

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