Job Description
Are you a seasoned cybersecurity professional ready to make an immediate impact? Apex Cyber Defense is looking for a Senior Security Engineer to join our elite team in San Francisco or remotely.
We are offering a competitive package and relocation assistance for the right candidate. If you thrive in high-pressure environments and want to protect critical infrastructure, we want to hear from you.
As part of our immediate hiring initiative, we are seeking candidates who can hit the ground running. You will work closely with our threat intelligence team to defend against evolving cyber threats.
Responsibilities
- Monitor and respond to security alerts using SIEM tools like Splunk or QRadar.
- Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing on internal and external assets.
- Lead incident response investigations and produce post-incident reports.
- Implement and manage cloud security controls, focusing on AWS and Azure environments.
- Ensure compliance with industry standards such as NIST, ISO 27001, and HIPAA.
- Collaborate with engineering teams to integrate security best practices into the SDLC.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or related technical field.
- 5+ years of professional experience in information security or network defense.
- Certifications such as CISSP, CEH, or Security+ are highly preferred.
- Strong knowledge of network protocols, firewalls, and IDS/IPS systems.
- Experience with Python or Bash scripting for automation and threat hunting.
- Ability to obtain a Security Clearance if required by government contracts.