Job Description
Are you ready to lead the charge in digital defense? Apex Cyber Defense is urgently seeking a proactive Cybersecurity Analyst to join our high-performing team in Dallas, TX.
We are looking for a dedicated security professional who excels in identifying vulnerabilities, mitigating threats, and ensuring the integrity of our corporate infrastructure. If you have a passion for protecting data and a knack for solving complex security challenges, we want to hear from you immediately.
Why Join Us?
- Competitive salary package and comprehensive benefits.
- Opportunity to work with cutting-edge security technologies.
- Collaborative and innovative work culture.
Responsibilities
- Monitor security alerts and incidents using SIEM tools (e.g., Splunk, Sentinel) to detect and respond to threats in real-time.
- Conduct regular vulnerability assessments and penetration testing to identify system weaknesses.
- Develop, implement, and maintain security policies, procedures, and standards in compliance with NIST and ISO frameworks.
- Investigate and remediate security breaches, ensuring minimal impact on business operations.
- Collaborate with IT, engineering, and legal teams to ensure secure software development lifecycle (SDLC).
- Perform security awareness training for employees and conduct regular security audits.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field.
- Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in cybersecurity, network security, or a related role.
- Certifications: CISSP, Security+, CEH, or GSEC are highly preferred.
- Strong knowledge of TCP/IP, firewalls, VPNs, and intrusion detection systems.
- Proficiency in scripting languages (Python or Bash) for automation and log analysis.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to communicate complex security concepts to non-technical stakeholders.