Job Description
Are you a seasoned security professional looking for a high-impact career opportunity?
Apex Cyber Defense is seeking a highly skilled Cybersecurity Analyst to join our elite team in Riverside, CA. We offer competitive compensation packages, cutting-edge technology, and a culture that values innovation and security.
In this role, you will be at the forefront of defending our infrastructure against evolving cyber threats. You will work closely with our engineering and risk management teams to ensure our systems remain resilient and compliant.
Responsibilities
- Monitor Security Operations: Analyze security alerts and events from SIEM tools to identify and respond to potential threats in real-time.
- Incident Response: Lead the investigation and remediation of security incidents, ensuring minimal downtime and data exposure.
- Threat Hunting: Proactively hunt for advanced persistent threats (APTs) and vulnerabilities within the network architecture.
- Access Control: Manage and review user access permissions to enforce the principle of least privilege and maintain compliance.
- Compliance & Audits: Assist in preparing for and conducting security audits, ensuring adherence to standards such as ISO 27001, PCI-DSS, and NIST.
- Vulnerability Management: Perform regular vulnerability scans, penetration testing, and recommend remediation strategies.
Qualifications
- Certifications: Active CISSP, CISM, CEH, or Security+ certification is strongly preferred.
- Experience: Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in cybersecurity, network security, or a related field.
- Technical Skills: Proficiency in using SIEM solutions (e.g., Splunk, QRadar), Firewalls (e.g., Palo Alto, Check Point), and IDS/IPS.
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field; or equivalent work experience.
- Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills to articulate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
- Problem Solving: Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills with a detail-oriented approach to security operations.