Job Description
Are you ready to defend the digital frontier?
Apex Cyber Systems is seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Cybersecurity Analyst to join our elite Security Operations Center (SOC) in Minneapolis, Minnesota. In this pivotal role, you will act as the first line of defense, monitoring our enterprise infrastructure for threats and responding to incidents with speed and precision.
We offer a competitive benefits package, including comprehensive health coverage, a 401(k) match, and continuous learning opportunities. If you are passionate about protecting sensitive data and staying ahead of evolving cyber threats, we want to hear from you.
Responsibilities
- Monitor and Analyze: Continuously monitor security alerts using SIEM tools (e.g., Splunk, Sentinel) to detect potential threats and vulnerabilities.
- Incident Response: Lead the investigation, containment, and eradication of security incidents, ensuring minimal business disruption.
- Vulnerability Management: Conduct regular vulnerability scans and manage the remediation lifecycle for identified risks.
- Threat Hunting: Proactively search for hidden threats and malicious actors within our network environment.
- Compliance & Reporting: Ensure adherence to regulatory standards (NIST, ISO 27001) and prepare detailed incident reports for stakeholders.
- Security Awareness: Collaborate with IT teams to implement security best practices and conduct training sessions.
Qualifications
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field.
- Experience: 3-5+ years of experience in cybersecurity, SOC operations, or network security.
- Certifications: CISSP, Security+, CEH, or GCIH is highly preferred.
- Technical Skills: Proficiency with SIEM platforms, endpoint protection tools, and scripting languages (Python/Bash).
- Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to explain complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences.
- Tools: Experience with Firewalls, IDS/IPS, and VPN technologies.