Job Description
Join CyberGuard Solutions as a Remote Night Shift IT Security Specialist and become a guardian of digital infrastructure while enjoying Boston's vibrant culture during daylight hours. This critical role protects enterprise systems against cyber threats during overnight hours, offering exceptional work-life balance for night owls. You'll work from anywhere in the US with our cutting-edge remote infrastructure, receiving premium benefits including comprehensive health coverage and 15% annual bonus potential.
Responsibilities
- Monitor and respond to security alerts across global enterprise systems during overnight shifts
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing on network infrastructure
- Implement security patches and updates during low-traffic maintenance windows
- Collaborate with global incident response teams during security emergencies
- Document security incidents and generate comprehensive daily activity reports
- Train junior team members on security protocols and best practices
- Stay current with emerging threats and defensive technologies
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, IT, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 3+ years of hands-on security operations experience in night shift environments
- CompTIA Security+ or CISSP certification required
- Expertise in SIEM tools (e.g., Splunk, QRadar) and EDR platforms
- Strong knowledge of network protocols, cloud architecture (AWS/Azure), and Windows/Linux systems
- Excellent written communication skills for incident reporting
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision during overnight hours
- Valid US work authorization required