Job Description
The Opportunity: Apex Cyber Defense is leading the charge in securing critical infrastructure across North America. We are looking for a driven and technically proficient Senior Cybersecurity Analyst to join our elite Security Operations Center (SOC) in Austin, Texas. In this role, you will act as the first line of defense, analyzing complex threats, mitigating vulnerabilities, and ensuring our clients' digital assets remain impenetrable.
Why Join Us? We offer a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and the chance to work on cutting-edge security protocols in a collaborative, high-growth environment.
Responsibilities
- Threat Detection & Response: Monitor security alerts and events using SIEM tools (Splunk, Sentinel) to identify, analyze, and neutralize cyber threats in real-time.
- Incident Management: Lead the investigation and remediation of security incidents, ensuring minimal downtime and rapid recovery.
- Vulnerability Management: Conduct regular vulnerability assessments and penetration testing to identify system weaknesses before they are exploited.
- Compliance & Governance: Ensure adherence to regulatory standards such as SOC 2, HIPAA, and NIST frameworks, preparing for and passing external audits.
- Security Architecture Support: Collaborate with engineering teams to implement robust security controls and best practices into the software development lifecycle (DevSecOps).
- Security Awareness Training: Develop and deliver training programs to educate employees on emerging cyber threats and phishing prevention.
Qualifications
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field; Master’s degree preferred.
- Certifications: CISSP, CEH, Security+, or GCIH is highly required.
- Experience: Minimum 5+ years of experience in cybersecurity, network security, or information assurance.
- Technical Skills: Proficiency with firewalls, IDS/IPS, endpoint protection, and SIEM technologies.
- Soft Skills: Excellent problem-solving abilities, strong communication skills, and the ability to work effectively under pressure in a 24/7 SOC environment.
- Location: Must be willing to work on-site in Austin, Texas.