Job Description
Urgently Hiring! Apex Cyber Defense is seeking a high-caliber Cybersecurity Analyst to join our elite team in Dallas, TX. We pride ourselves on providing a dynamic work environment where security experts thrive. As part of our team, you will enjoy Daily Pay options for immediate financial flexibility and competitive Equity Options to share in our company's success.
In this critical role, you will be at the forefront of protecting our infrastructure from evolving threats. We are looking for a proactive professional who is passionate about network security and incident response.
Responsibilities
- Monitor, analyze, and respond to security alerts and events using SIEM tools (e.g., Splunk, QRadar).
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing to identify system weaknesses.
- Implement and manage security controls, including firewalls, IDS/IPS, and endpoint protection.
- Lead incident response efforts for cybersecurity breaches and coordinate with legal and management teams.
- Ensure compliance with industry standards such as HIPAA, PCI-DSS, and ISO 27001.
- Document security policies, procedures, and incident reports with high attention to detail.
Qualifications
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in cybersecurity or network administration.
- Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CEH, Security+, or GSEC are highly preferred.
- Strong knowledge of TCP/IP, routing, switching, and network protocols.
- Experience with cloud security platforms (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud) is a plus.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to work under pressure.
- Clear background check and ability to obtain necessary security clearances.