Job Description
Are you ready to defend our digital frontier?
ApexSec Solutions is seeking a Cybersecurity Analyst to join our elite threat operations center in Newark, NJ. We are aggressively expanding our security team and offering a lucrative Sign-On Bonus ($5,000) for qualified candidates ready to make an immediate impact.
In this pivotal role, you will serve as the first line of defense, identifying vulnerabilities, responding to critical incidents, and ensuring our enterprise infrastructure remains resilient against evolving threats.
Why Join ApexSec?
- Attractive Sign-On Bonus for top-tier talent.
- Competitive base salary ($90k - $130k) with annual performance reviews.
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage.
- Generous 401(k) matching and professional development stipends.
Responsibilities
- Monitor, analyze, and respond to security alerts and incidents in real-time.
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing to identify system weaknesses.
- Manage and configure firewalls, IDS/IPS, and SIEM solutions.
- Develop and maintain security policies, procedures, and compliance documentation.
- Collaborate with IT and development teams to implement secure coding practices.
- Perform regular security audits and risk management activities.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field.
- Certifications such as CISSP, CEH, or Security+ preferred.
- Minimum 3-5 years of experience in cybersecurity or network administration.
- Strong knowledge of TCP/IP, networking protocols, and operating systems (Windows/Linux).
- Experience with SIEM tools (e.g., Splunk, QRadar, ArcSight).
- Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
Responsibilities
- Monitor, analyze, and respond to security alerts and incidents in real-time.
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing to identify system weaknesses.
- Manage and configure firewalls, IDS/IPS, and SIEM solutions.
- Develop and maintain security policies, procedures, and compliance documentation.
- Collaborate with IT and development teams to implement secure coding practices.
- Perform regular security audits and risk management activities.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field.
- Certifications such as CISSP, CEH, or Security+ preferred.
- Minimum 3-5 years of experience in cybersecurity or network administration.
- Strong knowledge of TCP/IP, networking protocols, and operating systems (Windows/Linux).
- Experience with SIEM tools (e.g., Splunk, QRadar, ArcSight).
- Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.