Job Description
Are you a Cybersecurity expert looking for an urgent opportunity?
We are Apex Cyber Defense, a leading technology firm dedicated to protecting digital assets in an evolving threat landscape. Due to rapid expansion and increased security demands, we are urgently hiring a Senior Cybersecurity Analyst to join our elite team.
This role offers the flexibility of Remote work or the opportunity to work from our hubs in Austin, TX or New York. If you are a proactive security professional ready to make an impact, we want to hear from you.
About the Role
As a Senior Cybersecurity Analyst, you will be the first line of defense against cyber threats. You will monitor security infrastructure, respond to incidents, and ensure our compliance with industry standards. This is a high-visibility role with significant impact on the company's security posture.
Why Apply?
- Urgent Hiring: Make an immediate impact in a critical security role.
- Flexible Locations: Work from Austin, TX, New York, or fully Remote.
- Competitive Compensation: $130k - $160k USD plus benefits.
- Modern Tech Stack: Work with cutting-edge security tools.
Responsibilities
- Monitor, analyze, and respond to security alerts and incidents in real-time.
- Conduct regular vulnerability assessments and penetration testing.
- Implement and manage security controls, including firewalls, IDS/IPS, and SIEM solutions.
- Collaborate with IT teams to ensure secure architecture for new applications and infrastructure.
- Develop and maintain documentation for security policies, procedures, and incident response plans.
- Stay current on emerging threats and industry best practices to proactively improve security measures.
Qualifications
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in cybersecurity or a related field.
- Certifications such as CISSP, CEH, or Security+ are highly preferred.
- Strong knowledge of network protocols, operating systems, and security frameworks (NIST, ISO).
- Experience with SIEM tools (e.g., Splunk, QRadar) and incident response methodologies.
- Ability to work independently in a Remote or Hybrid environment.
- Excellent communication skills for reporting technical findings to non-technical stakeholders.