URGENT: Cybersecurity Analyst (3 Month Contract)
Confidential
Full-time | Contract
Cherry Hill, NJ
Job description
Cybersecurity Analyst – 3-Month Onsite Contract
Location: Cherry Hill, NJ Area (Exact location confidential)
Contract Dates: 90 days - September 1 – December 1 (Approximately)
Work Type: 100% Onsite
Overview
We’re seeking an experienced Cybersecurity Analyst to support a secure project for a confidential client. This short-term assignment is ideal for a professional who thrives in hands-on, in-person work environments and wants to make a measurable impact in a concentrated timeframe.
Due to the nature of the work and the sensitivity of the systems involved, this position requires full-time, onsite presence in the Cherry Hill, NJ area. Specific project details and client information will be disclosed during the interview process.
Key Responsibilities
- Monitor and analyze network traffic for suspicious activity; respond to security incidents quickly and effectively.
- Conduct vulnerability assessments, penetration tests, and risk analysis to strengthen system defenses.
- Implement and maintain security tools such as firewalls, IDS/IPS, antivirus, and endpoint protection.
- Collaborate with IT teams to ensure secure configurations and system hardening measures.
- Investigate and document security breaches, determine root causes, and recommend preventative measures.
- Stay current on emerging cyber threats, tools, and compliance requirements.
Qualifications
- Minimum 3 years of professional cybersecurity experience (mid-to-senior level preferred).
- Strong understanding of cybersecurity frameworks (NIST, ISO, RMF, etc.).
- Proficiency with security tools and network protocols (LAN/WAN, VPNs, SSH, IDS/IPS, SIEM).
- Experience with incident response and forensic investigation techniques.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work under pressure in a high-security environment.
- Must be authorized to work in the U.S. and able to commute daily to Cherry Hill, NJ
Preferred Skills
- Certifications such as Security+, CISSP, CEH, CISM, or GIAC.
- Experience with vSphere, Azure, VoIP security, or Android device security.
- Familiarity with Cisco environments and secure network architecture.
Contract Details
- Duration: 3 months (possible for future contracts - not guranteed)
- Schedule: Monday–Friday, daytime hours
- Pay: Competitive hourly or prorated salary based on experience
If you have the skills, discretion, and availability to be onsite in Cherry Hill for a critical project, we’d like to hear from you. Apply today and bring your expertise to a project where your work truly matters.
Job Types: Full-time, Contract
Pay: $43.00 - $60.00 per hour
Application Question(s):
- This position is in person, full time, for a contract period of 3 months. Are you willing to comply with these requirements?
Ability to Commute:
- Cherry Hill, NJ 08002 (Required)
Work Location: In person