Job Description
Are you looking to launch a career in the high-demand field of cybersecurity? Apex Cyber Defense is excited to announce an opening for an Entry-Level Cybersecurity Analyst to join our distributed team. We are committed to fostering talent, offering comprehensive training for candidates who may not yet have professional industry experience but possess the drive and aptitude to learn.
In this role, you will work directly with our Security Operations Center (SOC) team to protect our clients' critical infrastructure from evolving cyber threats. You will gain hands-on experience with industry-leading security tools while contributing to real-world defense strategies.
Why Join Us?
- Work 100% Remote from anywhere in the United States.
- Competitive entry-level salary with annual performance reviews.
- Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance.
- Certification reimbursement (e.g., CompTIA Security+, Network+).
- Clear path to professional growth and senior security roles.
Responsibilities
- Monitor network traffic and system logs for suspicious activities and potential security breaches.
- Assist in the configuration, management, and maintenance of firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and antivirus software.
- Participate in incident response activities, including triaging alerts and documenting findings.
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and support patch management processes to mitigate risks.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement security best practices and compliance standards.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field (or equivalent professional experience).
- Familiarity with networking concepts such as TCP/IP, DNS, HTTP, and routing protocols.
- Basic understanding of operating systems (Windows and Linux) and command-line interfaces.
- Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to obtain a government security clearance (Secret or Top Secret) if required.