Cyber Security Analyst
NVIDIA · Washington, United States
- Hybrid
- Full-time
- $160,000 / year
- Washington, United States
Job highlights
- Lead incident response and threat hunting.
- Perform cloud and product security investigations.
- Utilize forensics and malware analysis skills.
- Develop security automation and detections.
- Collaborate globally on cyber defense.
About the role
Cyber Security Analyst at NVIDIA
NVIDIA is seeking a skilled Cybersecurity Analyst with deep expertise in incident response, forensics investigation, threat hunting, and proactive cyber defense. This role is perfect for a cybersecurity professional passionate about defending enterprise and product environments against advanced threats and eager to tackle complex investigations across diverse platforms. As a member of our Cyber Defense & Response team, you will lead efforts to detect, analyze, and respond to sophisticated attacks targeting NVIDIA’s corporate, cloud, and product ecosystems. You will utilize your technical skills to drive investigations, orchestrate automated responses, and enhance our security posture across infrastructure and products.
This is a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in the industry, collaborating with elite experts in security, data science, and AI to shape the future of product security technologies. If this sounds like a fun challenge and you are a hands-on Security Analyst, we encourage you to apply!
What You'll Be Doing
- Lead Incident Response efforts for corporate, cloud, and product environments, including investigation, containment, eradication, and recovery.
- Perform threat hunting across endpoints, networks, and cloud workloads to proactively identify indicators of compromise, emerging threats, and control gaps.
- Conduct cloud incident response for AWS, Azure, and GCP, and other cloud environments including Kubernetes and containerized workloads, performing log analysis, identity compromise investigations, and workload forensics.
- Drive product security incident response, collaborating with engineering teams to analyze potential exposure to vulnerabilities, exploits, and security flaws in NVIDIA products.
- Perform digital forensics and malware analysis to support investigations and root cause analysis.
- Develop and optimize security orchestration and automation playbooks in partnership with Security Engineering to accelerate detection and response.
- Build and refine detections and defense strategies based on threat models and attacker behaviors across cloud, identity, endpoint, and product telemetry, using frameworks such as MITRE ATT&CK to map adversary tactics and enhance detection coverage.
- Provide guidance to engineering and business teams on secure design and incident handling standards and contribute to security policies, standards, and metrics to continuously improve NVIDIA’s security posture.
What We Need To See
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field, or equivalent experience.
- 8+ years of hands-on experience in incident response and threat hunting, including cloud environments.
- Strong knowledge of cloud security principles, identity and access management, and workload protection.
- Experience with product security investigations, vulnerability analysis, and secure coding practices.
- Proficiency in forensic analysis, intrusion detection, and threat intelligence.
- Advanced knowledge of network analysis, OS internals (Windows/Linux/macOS), and web application security, including the ability to detect abnormal behaviors and assess exploit paths.
- Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively across global teams.
Ways To Stand Out From The Crowd
- Certifications such as GCIH, GCFA, AWS/Azure Security Specialty, CISSP.
- Experience with cloud-native security tools (e.g., AWS GuardDuty, Azure Sentinel, GCP Security Command Center).
- Development experience in Python, Go, or similar for building security automation.
- Hands-on experience with container security (Docker, Kubernetes), CI/CD pipeline, and AI security.
- Advanced knowledge of digital forensics and malware reverse engineering.
NVIDIA is widely considered to be one of the technology world’s most desirable employers. We have some of the most forward-thinking and hardworking people in the world working for us. If you're creative and autonomous, we want to hear from you!
Your base salary will be determined based on your location, experience, and the pay of employees in similar positions. The base salary range is 160,000 USD - 258,750 USD. You will also be eligible for equity and benefits.
Applications for this job will be accepted at least until June 9, 2026.
This posting is for an existing vacancy.
NVIDIA uses AI tools in its recruiting processes.
NVIDIA is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment and proud to be an equal opportunity employer. As we highly value diversity in our current and future employees, we do not discriminate (including in our hiring and promotion practices) on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or any other characteristic protected by law.
, , JR2013392Key skills/competency
- Incident Response
- Threat Hunting
- Forensics Investigation
- Cloud Security
- Network Analysis
- Malware Analysis
- Security Automation
- MITRE ATT&CK
- Vulnerability Analysis
- Cyber Defense
Skills & topics
- Cyber Security Analyst
- Incident Response
- Threat Hunting
- Forensics
- Malware Analysis
- Cloud Security
- NVIDIA
- Cyber Defense
- Security Engineering
- Network Security
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight your 8+ years of incident response and threat hunting experience, emphasizing cloud environments and specific certifications like GCIH or GCFA.
- Showcase technical skills: Detail your proficiency in forensic analysis, intrusion detection, network analysis, and OS internals, along with any development experience in Python or Go.
- Quantify your impact: Provide examples of how you've led incident response efforts, developed security automation, or improved security posture in previous roles.
- Prepare for technical interviews: Be ready to discuss complex investigations, cloud security principles, and defense strategies using frameworks like MITRE ATT&CK.
- Research NVIDIA's culture: Understand their commitment to innovation, AI, and inclusive hiring practices to align your responses with their values.
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Frequently asked questions
- What are the key responsibilities for a Cyber Security Analyst at NVIDIA?
- As a Cyber Security Analyst at NVIDIA, you will lead incident response for corporate, cloud, and product environments, conduct threat hunting across various platforms, perform forensic and malware analysis, and develop security automation. You'll also provide guidance on secure design and contribute to improving NVIDIA's overall security posture.
- What experience is required for the Cyber Security Analyst position at NVIDIA?
- NVIDIA requires at least 8 years of hands-on experience in incident response and threat hunting, including cloud environments. A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field, or equivalent experience, is also necessary. Strong knowledge of cloud security, forensics, network analysis, and OS internals is essential.
- Are there specific certifications that would make my application stand out for the Cyber Security Analyst role at NVIDIA?
- Yes, certifications such as GCIH, GCFA, AWS/Azure Security Specialty, or CISSP are highly valued and can make your application stand out. Experience with cloud-native security tools, container security, and AI security are also beneficial.
- Does NVIDIA use AI in its recruiting process for the Cyber Security Analyst role?
- Yes, NVIDIA utilizes AI tools in its recruiting processes. This may include screening applications or providing insights during the hiring journey for roles like the Cyber Security Analyst position.
- What is the salary range for a Cyber Security Analyst at NVIDIA?
- The base salary range for this Cyber Security Analyst position at NVIDIA is between $160,000 and $258,750 USD annually, determined by factors such as location, experience, and internal pay equity.
- What is the application deadline for the Cyber Security Analyst job at NVIDIA?
- Applications for this Cyber Security Analyst position at NVIDIA will be accepted until at least June 9, 2026.
- Does NVIDIA offer opportunities for career growth in cybersecurity?
- While the job description focuses on this specific Cyber Security Analyst role, NVIDIA is a technology leader. Opportunities for growth often exist within specialized teams like Cyber Defense & Response, working with experts in data science and AI.
- What kind of work environment can I expect as a Cyber Security Analyst at NVIDIA?
- NVIDIA emphasizes a collaborative environment with elite experts in security, data science, and AI. They foster an inclusive work environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, valuing diversity.