Cybersecurity Analyst- McCrary

Responsibilities

• Monitor and Analyze: Continuously monitor security alerts and network activity for anomalies using SIEM platforms and endpoint detection tools.
• Incident Response: Participate in incident triage, documentation, and escalation to ensure timely and effective resolution.
• Threat Intelligence: Contribute to open-source intelligence (OSINT) collection and conduct threat research to support proactive defense measures.
• Security Assessments: Assist in vulnerability scanning, security evaluations, and cyber tabletop exercises to strengthen organizational resilience.
• Documentation and Reporting: Support the development of project documentation, incident reports, and proposal materials.
• Collaboration: Work closely with analysts and student teams to execute mission-critical operational tasks in alignment with organizational objectives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or Information Technology.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen.

Why Join McCrary?

The McCrary Institute defends the systems that power our national and economic security, our communities, and our way of life. Through its Edge Lab, McCrary integrates research, policy, and real-world operations to deliver practical cybersecurity solutions. By joining our team, you will play a leading role in building the infrastructure and workforce that will protect America’s most critical systems – right here in Auburn, Alabama.

Why Work at Auburn?

• Life-Changing Impact: Our work changes lives through research, instruction, and outreach, making a lasting impact on our students, our communities, and the world.
• Culture of Excellence: We are committed to leveraging our strengths, resources, collaboration, and innovation as a top employer in higher education.
• We’re Here for You: Auburn offers generous benefits, educational opportunities, and a culture of support and work/life balance.
• Sweet Home Alabama: The Auburn/Opelika area offers southern charm, vibrant downtown scenes, top-ranked schools, and easy access to Atlanta, Birmingham, and the Gulf of Mexico beaches.
• A Place for Everyone: Auburn is committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, and students are welcomed, valued, respected, and engaged.

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