Job Description
Are you a vigilant security professional seeking a role that offers exceptional work-life balance and competitive compensation? Apex Cyber Defense is expanding our elite Security Operations Center (SOC) in Jacksonville, FL. We are looking for a Cybersecurity Analyst (Night Shift) to monitor our network perimeter and neutralize threats 24/7.
In this pivotal role, you will act as the guardian of our client's digital assets during off-peak hours. You will leverage cutting-edge SIEM tools to detect anomalies, investigate potential breaches, and coordinate rapid response actions. If you thrive in a high-stakes environment and enjoy the quiet focus of the night shift, we want to meet you.
Why Join Apex Cyber Defense?
• Competitive Salary & Bonus Structure
• Comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) & Holiday Pay
• Career growth opportunities in a rapidly expanding field
Responsibilities
- Real-Time Monitoring: Continuously monitor Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) dashboards for suspicious activities, anomalies, and potential threats.
- Incident Response: Investigate, triage, and resolve security incidents with a focus on containment and eradication during the night cycle.
- Threat Analysis: Conduct deep-dive forensics and log analysis to identify the root cause of security breaches or policy violations.
- Vulnerability Management: Assist in the identification and remediation of system vulnerabilities and misconfigurations discovered during automated scans.
- Reporting: Document incident reports, trends, and threat intelligence findings for handover to day-shift teams and management review.
Qualifications
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.
- Experience: Minimum 3 years of experience working in a Security Operations Center (SOC) or similar environment.
- Certifications: CompTIA Security+ (or higher), CISSP, CEH, or GSEC preferred.
- Technical Skills: Proficiency with SIEM tools (Splunk, QRadar, or ArcSight) and experience with firewall management (Check Point, Palo Alto, or Cisco).
- Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to articulate technical issues to non-technical stakeholders.