Security Analyst - Crypto

Job#: 3022372

Job Description:

Apex Systems is currently hiring for a Security Analyst with a financial client. We are seeking an Information Security Analyst to support cybersecurity risk management for digital asset and cryptocurrency initiatives. This role serves as a key security liaison between business, engineering, and risk teams, ensuring digital asset products, services, and vendor partnerships comply with internal cybersecurity standards and regulatory expectations. The analyst will lead risk assessments, oversee vendor security posture, support audits, and help guide secure product development across the crypto ecosystem.

Qualified candidates will have the following experience and skills:

• 7+ years of experience in cybersecurity, technology risk, or related security functions.
• Hands-on experience with digital assets, blockchain technologies, crypto custody, or wallet/key management.
• Strong knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks (NIST CSF, NIST 800-53, SOC 2, FFIEC).
• Proven ability to conduct cybersecurity risk assessments and evaluate third-party/vendor security controls.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to articulate risk to business, engineering, and leadership stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities:

• Act as the primary cybersecurity advisor for digital asset business teams, ensuring secure design and policy alignment.
• Lead cybersecurity risk assessments for crypto products, custody models, wallet operations, blockchain integrations, and related vendors.
• Oversee vendor cybersecurity due diligence, evidence review (SOC 2, pen tests, cloud posture), and remediation tracking.
• Support policy enablement, security training, and compliance activities across audits and regulatory engagements.
• Contribute to crypto-focused incident preparedness, response planning, and executive-level risk reporting.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Cybersecurity certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CRISC, CISA, CCSP, or similar.
• Training or credentials related to blockchain, digital assets, or cryptocurrency security.
• Knowledge of smart contract risks, key management systems, and cloud security controls.
• Experience working with GRC platforms and security governance processes.

Locations: Southlake/South Mountain, TX | Lone Tree, CO | Phoenix, AZ

Onsite expectation: 4 DAYS ONSITE/1 DAY REMOTE (Friday)

Pay range: $53-$57/hr W2

Contract length: 6+ months

Note: We are unable to consider C2C or third-party submissions.

If you are interested, please apply directly or email an updated copy of your resume to

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.

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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 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 uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click for more details.

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.