Job Description
Defend the Digital Frontier.
Apex Global Tech is looking for a Senior Cybersecurity Engineer to join our elite security operations team in Arlington, Virginia. We are a top-tier technology firm driving innovation in the federal and enterprise sectors, and we are offering an Immediate Hire opportunity for a security professional who thrives in high-pressure environments.
In this role, you will be the first line of defense against sophisticated cyber threats, architecting resilient security frameworks and leading incident response efforts for our critical infrastructure.
What You Will Do:
- Lead the design and implementation of Zero Trust network architectures.
- Monitor and analyze security alerts using SIEM tools (Splunk, Sentinel, or QRadar).
- Conduct deep-dive forensic investigations and root cause analysis of security breaches.
- Oversee vulnerability management programs and coordinate penetration testing activities.
- Enforce compliance with NIST, ISO 27001, and HIPAA standards.
- Collaborate with DevOps and engineering teams to integrate security into the CI/CD pipeline.
Who You Are:
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in cybersecurity engineering or information security analysis.
- Certifications: CISSP, CEH, or Security+ are highly preferred.
- Proficiency in scripting languages such as Python, Bash, or PowerShell.
- Deep understanding of network protocols, encryption standards, and PKI.
- Strong communication skills to present technical findings to executive leadership.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities
- Lead the design and implementation of Zero Trust network architectures.
- Monitor and analyze security alerts using SIEM tools (Splunk, Sentinel, or QRadar).
- Conduct deep-dive forensic investigations and root cause analysis of security breaches.
- Oversee vulnerability management programs and coordinate penetration testing activities.
- Enforce compliance with NIST, ISO 27001, and HIPAA standards.
- Collaborate with DevOps and engineering teams to integrate security into the CI/CD pipeline.
Qualifications
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in cybersecurity engineering or information security analysis.
- Certifications: CISSP, CEH, or Security+ are highly preferred.
- Proficiency in scripting languages such as Python, Bash, or PowerShell.
- Deep understanding of network protocols, encryption standards, and PKI.
- Strong communication skills to present technical findings to executive leadership.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.