Job Description
Are you a Cybersecurity Professional seeking a role that offers stability and competitive pay without the Monday through Friday grind?
Apex Sentinel Security is looking for a dedicated Weekend SOC Analyst to join our elite threat intelligence team in Austin, TX. In this critical role, you will be the first line of defense against cyber threats, protecting our clients' critical infrastructure while enjoying the benefits of a unique weekend schedule.
As a leader in managed security services, we pride ourselves on our cutting-edge technology and our culture of continuous learning. If you are looking for a high-impact position with a top-tier firm, apply today.
Why Join Apex Sentinel?
- Competitive Shift Differential: Earn up to 25% more for weekend hours.
- Remote Flexibility: Hybrid work options available after the initial training period.
- Professional Growth: Pathways to CISSP and CISM certification support.
Responsibilities
- Monitor Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) tools for suspicious activities, alerts, and vulnerabilities.
- Perform triage, analysis, and containment of security incidents during weekend coverage windows.
- Conduct routine log reviews and vulnerability scans to ensure system integrity.
- Document incident reports and contribute to post-incident reviews and continuous improvement.
- Escalate critical threats to the on-call team following established escalation matrices.
- Collaborate with other security analysts to refine detection rules and response playbooks.
Qualifications
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in a Security Operations Center (SOC) or Incident Response role.
- Strong understanding of networking concepts (TCP/IP, DNS, HTTP) and operating systems (Windows, Linux).
- Experience with SIEM platforms such as Splunk, Sentinel (Azure), or QRadar.
- Familiarity with the NIST Cybersecurity Framework and standard security frameworks.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision during the weekend shift.
- Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent military experience).