Cyber Security Analyst 4

Job#: 3008738

Job Description:

Title: Cyber Security Analyst 4

Job Number: 3008738

Job Type: 2 year contract

Location: San Antonio, TX

Schedule: 100% Onsite Monday through Friday standard shift

Openings: 1

If you are qualified and interested, please email your resume to Professional Recruiter, Valentina Jimenez, at with your updated resume and job number of this role. Emails monitored daily.

Tasks and Responsibilities

• Serves as an internal information security consultant to the organization.
• Lead the development and implementation of security policies and procedures
• Initiates, facilitates and promotes activities to create information security awareness within the organization.
• Performs information security risk assessments and serves as an internal expert for information security related issues.
• Reviews all system-related security plans throughout the organization's corporate network.
• Monitors compliance with information security policies and procedures, referring problems to the appropriate department manager or business area.
• Supports the security incident response process.
• Provides input in selection of system software & hardware, with emphasis on security and compliance requirements.
• Provides incident and problem resolution.
• Supports development of security deliverables for enhancements to production systems and new development.
• Implements ongoing improvements to security configurations and operating procedures.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Information Systems, Information Technology, Information Technology Security, Computer Science, Management Information Systems OR Information Security experience will be considered as a substitute for degree.
• Additionally, member must possess at least one active certification from the required certifications listing below.
• Strong knowledge of signature implementation impact for viruses, malware, and cyber attacks
• Significant experience with malware analysis concepts and methodologies including countermeasure/mitigation design of identified security risks
• In depth knowledge of information technology security principles, methods and key concepts in security management (vulnerability management, patch management, incident response)
• Knowledge of vulnerability information dissemination sources (alerts, advisories, bulletins)
• Demonstrated skill in assessing security controls based on cybersecurity principles and frameworks and experience preserving evidence integrity according to standard operating procedures or industry best practices
• Demonstrated understanding of collecting data from a variety of cyber defense resources and recognizing and categorizing various types of vulnerabilities and associated attacks
• Demonstrated experience using security event correlation tools (SIEM)
• Strong ability to conduct vulnerability scans, recognize vulnerabilities in information systems and apply techniques for detecting host and network-based intrusions using various detection technologies
• Ability to interpret information collected by network tools and accurately and completely source all data used in intelligence, assessment and or planning products
• Ability to design incident response for cybersecurity incidents not covered by existing plans or procedures

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's Degree, Information Systems, Information Technology, Information Technology Security, Computer Science, Management Information Systems OR Information Security
• Previous experience in information technology or security (System Administration or Help Desk)
• Previous experience in at a utility company in various IT/OT roles
• Strong communications skills, both written and oral
• Organized, responsive and highly thorough problem solver

Required Certifications

• Candidate must possess at least one of the below certifications, others may be substituted depending on experience
• CASP+ CE - CompTIA Advanced Security Practitioner - Continuing Education
• CCNP-Security - Cisco Certified Network Professional - Security
• CISA - Certified Information Systems Auditor
• GCIH - GIAC Certified Incident Handler
• CISSP (or Associate) - Certified Information System Security Professional

Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.