Job Description
Are you ready to lead the charge in digital defense? Apex Cyber Solutions is seeking a visionary Senior Cybersecurity Analyst to join our elite team in the heart of Phoenix, AZ. We are a rapidly growing enterprise committed to protecting critical infrastructure and ensuring data integrity in an increasingly complex threat landscape.
As a Senior Cybersecurity Analyst, you won't just monitor alerts; you will architect resilient security frameworks, spearhead incident response initiatives, and mentor junior talent. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and want to make a tangible impact on national and enterprise security, we want to meet you.
What You'll Do:
At Apex Cyber, we believe in proactive defense. Your daily mission will include:
- Threat Detection & Response: Monitor and analyze security alerts using SIEM tools (Splunk, Sentinel) to identify and neutralize threats in real-time.
- Incident Management: Lead the investigation and remediation of security breaches, ensuring minimal downtime and regulatory compliance.
- Vulnerability Management: Conduct regular penetration testing, risk assessments, and vulnerability scans to fortify our perimeter.
- Security Architecture: Design and implement security controls, policies, and procedures aligned with NIST and ISO standards.
- Compliance: Ensure adherence to HIPAA, GDPR, and SOC 2 regulations through rigorous auditing and documentation.
What We're Looking For:
- Certifications: Active CISSP, CEH, or Security+ certification is required.
- Experience: Minimum 5+ years of experience in cybersecurity, with a focus on network security and incident response.
- Technical Skills: Proficiency in firewalls (Cisco, Palo Alto), IDS/IPS, and VPN technologies.
- Tools: Hands-on experience with Splunk, Snort, or similar security information and event management (SIEM) platforms.
- Communication: Exceptional ability to communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
Why Join Us?
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Flexible remote and hybrid work options in Phoenix.
• Continuous learning and certification reimbursement programs.
• A culture of innovation and integrity.
Responsibilities
- Monitor SIEM platforms for anomalies and conduct 24/7 on-call rotation support for critical incidents.
- Execute vulnerability assessments and manage the patch management lifecycle.
- Collaborate with IT operations to ensure secure configuration of servers and cloud environments.
- Develop and maintain security documentation, including playbooks and incident response plans.
- Conduct security awareness training for employees.
Qualifications
- Valid CISSP, CISM, or CEH certification.
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or related field.
- Strong knowledge of TCP/IP, OSI model, and network protocols.
- Experience with AWS or Azure security best practices.
- Proven track record of handling phishing campaigns and social engineering threats.