Job Description
Join the Elite Defense Team at ApexTech Systems.
We are looking for a visionary Senior Cybersecurity Analyst to join our fast-paced team in Austin, TX. In this pivotal role, you will safeguard our critical infrastructure and protect sensitive client data from evolving digital threats. If you thrive in a high-security environment and want to lead the charge in threat detection and mitigation, this is your opportunity to make an impact.
At ApexTech, we offer a hybrid work model, competitive benefits, and a culture that prioritizes innovation and security-first thinking.
Why You'll Love Working Here:
- Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
- Opportunity to work with cutting-edge security technologies.
- Flexible hybrid work schedule in the heart of Austin.
- Professional development and certification reimbursement.
Responsibilities
- Monitor & Detect: Continuously monitor network traffic, system logs, and security events using SIEM tools to identify and mitigate potential threats in real-time.
- Incident Response: Lead the investigation and resolution of security incidents, conducting root cause analysis and implementing remediation strategies to prevent recurrence.
- Threat Hunting: Proactively hunt for advanced persistent threats (APTs) and vulnerabilities within the network infrastructure.
- Compliance Management: Ensure strict adherence to industry standards and regulatory frameworks such as SOC 2, ISO 27001, and HIPAA.
- Access Control: Manage and audit user access privileges, ensuring the principle of least privilege is maintained across all systems.
- Security Architecture: Collaborate with engineering teams to design and implement secure network architectures and firewalls.
Qualifications
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field.
- Experience: Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in cybersecurity, network security, or a related role.
- Certifications: CISSP, CEH, CompTIA Security+, or CISM is highly preferred.
- Technical Skills: Proficiency with SIEM tools (Splunk, QRadar), endpoint protection (CrowdStrike, SentinelOne), and network security appliances (Cisco, Palo Alto).
- Tools: Strong understanding of Linux, Windows Server administration, and scripting (Python/Bash).
- Soft Skills: Exceptional analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to communicate complex security concepts to non-technical stakeholders.