Job Description
Are you the guardian the digital world needs while it sleeps?
Apex Cyber Defense is seeking a highly skilled and vigilant Cybersecurity Analyst to join our elite 24/7 Security Operations Center (SOC) in Phoenix, Arizona. In this high-stakes night shift role, you will be the first line of defense against sophisticated cyber threats, ensuring the integrity and security of our enterprise infrastructure during low-activity hours.
We are looking for a self-motivated professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and has a keen eye for detail. If you are ready to protect critical assets and advance your career in a premium cybersecurity environment, apply today.
Responsibilities
- 24/7 SOC Monitoring: Analyze security alerts and events across the network using SIEM tools to identify, triage, and neutralize threats in real-time.
- Incident Response: Lead the investigation and containment of security breaches during the night shift, coordinating with the day-shift team for resolution.
- Threat Hunting: Proactively search for hidden threats and indicators of compromise within the network environment.
- Log Management: Review and correlate log data from firewalls, endpoints, and servers to detect anomalous behavior patterns.
- Reporting: Generate and present nightly security summaries and incident reports to management.
- Vulnerability Management: Assist in the identification and remediation of security vulnerabilities found during the night cycle.
Qualifications
- Experience: Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in a SOC, Security Operations Center, or Network Security role.
- Certifications: CISSP, Security+, CEH, GCIH, or equivalent is highly preferred.
- Technical Skills: Proficiency with SIEM platforms (Splunk, Azure Sentinel, or similar) and network security tools (Firewalls, IDS/IPS).
- Knowledge: Strong understanding of TCP/IP, OSI model, and common attack vectors (phishing, malware, ransomware).
- Availability: Must be willing and able to work rotating night shifts (e.g., 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM).
- Soft Skills: Exceptional analytical thinking, problem-solving abilities, and clear communication skills.