Senior Cybersecurity Analyst

Senior Cybersecurity Analyst

Job Description

Department: Information Technology

Job Status: Full-Time

FLSA Status: Salary-Exempt

Reports To: Cybersecurity Manager

Location: The Woodlands, TX

Amount of Travel Required: Less than 5%

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

           
Positions Supervised: N/A

AIP Level: 7
 

POSITION SUMMARY: 

The Senior Cybersecurity Analyst is responsible for safeguarding the organization’s digital infrastructure by identifying and addressing vulnerabilities, monitoring, detecting, analyzing, and responding to cyber security threats. This role serves as a technical expert in threat detection, incident response, and contributes to the implementation of defense controls and mechanisms. The Senior Cybersecurity Analyst plays a critical role in protecting data, systems and networks from evolving cyber threats.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: (The following duties and responsibilities are all essential job functions, as defined by the ADA, except for those that begin with the word "may")

Threat Monitoring & Detection

• Monitor security alerts and events using SIEM platforms (e.g., Splunk, QRadar, Sentinel).
• Analyze logs from firewalls, IDS/IPS, endpoints, and cloud environments to identify suspicious activity.
• Correlate threat intelligence with internal data to detect advanced threats.
• Recommend enhancements to SOC processes, tools, and playbooks.

Incident Response & Investigation

• Act as a first responder to security incidents, performing root cause analysis and impact assessment.
• Coordinate containment, eradication, and recovery efforts for confirmed incidents.
• Document incident reports and recommend preventive measures.

Advanced Analysis & Forensics

• Perform regular threat analysis of malware, phishing attempts, and network anomalies.
• Perform vulnerability assessments and risk assessments to identify security gaps.
• Conduct forensic investigations on compromised systems and provide evidence for legal or compliance purposes.
• Develop detection use cases and fine tune SIEM rules for improved accuracy.

Collaboration & Escalation

• Act as an escalation point for cybersecurity analysts and provide technical guidance.
• Collaborate with cybersecurity engineering, IT, OT, and compliance teams to implement security improvements.
• Communicate incident status and risk assessments to leadership and stakeholders.
• Prepare regular security reports including metrics, vulnerability tracking and risk assessments.

Continuous Improvement

• Stay current with emerging threats, attack techniques, and security technologies.
• Participate in threat hunting activities and proactive security assessments.
• Develop and deliver training programs to educate employees on cybersecurity awareness and best practices, including phishing campaigns, data protection, and secure handling of sensitive information.
• Performs other related duties as assigned to assist with successful operations and business continuity.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship.
• Must be at least 18 years of age or olde
• Successfully passes all applicable general pre-employment testing, including but not limited to: background check, pre-employment drug screening, pre-employment fit tests, pre-employment aptitude and/or competency assessment(s).
• Valid U.S. Driver’s License required. Most employment is contingent upon meeting company driving standards, including 3 year U.S. driving history and an acceptable Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) in accordance with Company policy.
• Daily in-person, predictable attendance in The Woodlands, TX.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE LEVEL

• Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or related field. An equivalent combination of education, specialized training, and relevant professional experience may be considered in lieu of a formal degree.
• 5+ years of experience in security operations or cybersecurity analysis. 
• Expertise in SIEM platforms, IDS/IPS, endpoint protection, cloud, and network security. 
• Experience with incident response frameworks and forensic tools. 
• Familiarity with MITRE ATT&CK, NIST, and other security frameworks.

QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS, COMPETENCIES, AND ABILITIES

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. 
• Ability to perform advanced threat analysis and forensic investigations. 
• Excellent communication skills for technical and non-technical audiences. 
• Ability to manage multiple incidents and priorities in a fast-paced environment. 
• Certifications such as GCIA, GCIH, CEH, CISSP, or Security+ are preferred.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

Frequently required to walk, sit, climb, bend, reach, and squat/kneel. The Senior Cybersecurity Analyst works primarily indoors and will be sitting for prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.  Must be able to access and navigate each department at the organization’s facilities.  A Senior Cybersecurity Analyst may be required to lift heavy objects; therefore, the Senior Cybersecurity Analyst must be able to lift 25lbs. 

Work hours may include early morning, late afternoon/evening hours, and weekends in combination, depending on job demands.

AAP/EEO STATEMENT

The Company is committed to the cause of equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants, thus abiding by all applicable state and federal laws. Our practices regarding employment, job promotion, compensation, training, and termination do not discriminate based on race, color, religious creed, age, sex, national origin, veteran's status, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status. It is expected that all employees, both management and staff, will fully support these nondiscriminatory policies.

The company has reviewed this job description to ensure essential functions and duties have been included. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills, and abilities. 

Revised 04/2026.