Job Description
Are you a security expert looking for weekend flexibility?
Apex CyberDefense is currently hiring a Senior Cybersecurity Analyst to join our elite Threat Intelligence team. We are looking for a proactive professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and wants to secure critical infrastructure with the added benefit of Remote Options.
While this role primarily focuses on our Weekend Shift, we offer a competitive benefits package including health insurance, 401(k) matching, and flexible remote work arrangements during the week. If you are based in Philadelphia or open to relocating to our NYC hub, apply today!
Why Join Apex CyberDefense?
- Impactful Work: Protect high-value assets from evolving cyber threats.
- Flexible Schedule: Dedicated weekend shifts with premium pay incentives.
- Remote Freedom: Hybrid work model with options for fully remote work.
- Professional Growth: Continuous training on the latest security tools and methodologies.
Responsibilities
- Monitor and analyze security alerts from SIEM systems (Splunk, QRadar) 24/7 during weekend operations.
- Conduct incident response and triage for critical security breaches identified during off-hours.
- Perform vulnerability assessments and penetration testing on internal networks.
- Update and maintain security policies, procedures, and incident response playbooks.
- Collaborate with the 24/7 SOC team to ensure seamless coverage during shift handovers.
- Investigate and remediate malware and unauthorized access attempts.
Qualifications
- 5+ years of experience in Cybersecurity, SOC Analysis, or Network Security.
- Active CISSP, CEH, or Security+ certification (or equivalent experience).
- Strong knowledge of TCP/IP, VPNs, Firewalls, and IDS/IPS.
- Experience with incident response frameworks (NIST, SANS).
- Ability to work independently during off-peak hours with minimal supervision.
- Proficiency in scripting languages (Python, PowerShell, or Bash).