Cyber Cloud Analyst

Job#: 3018132

Job Description:

Implement and maintain security controls for cloud environments (Azure, AWS, Google Cloud Platform).

Monitor cloud workloads for vulnerabilities and compliance gaps.

Support secure migration and integration of cloud services during business transitions.

Support in the maintenance and implementation of enterprise-wide cybersecurity policies, standards, and procedures aligned with business objectives.

Oversee security risk assessments, communicate and address mitigations while ensuring the organization's cybersecurity risk posture

Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards (SOC 2, ISO 27001, NIST, etc.)

Collaborate with IT and business stakeholders to embed "security by design" principles.

Be the primary liaison between incident response efforts and coordinate with IT teams during security events

Understand how to manage security tools including firewalls, SIEM, endpoint protection, and access controls

Assist with regular security audits, vulnerability assessments, and penetration testing

Track and report security metrics and KPIs to leadership

Support the third-party vendor security assessments process

Partner with business units to integrate security best practices into daily operations

Serve as the subject matter expert for security-related questions

Design and implement security controls across multi-cloud environments (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud Platform)

Conduct cloud security assessments and risk analyses for new cloud initiatives

Establish and maintain cloud security baselines and configuration standards

Design secure network segmentation strategies for business applications

Understand and support the zero-trust network architecture principles

Serve as primary security liaison for assigned business units

Translate technical security requirements into business-friendly language

Understand and drive security roadmaps aligned with business transformation goals

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or related field

Relevant certifications (CISSP, CISM, CISA, or equivalent)

6+ years of experience in cybersecurity and risk management

Strong understanding of security frameworks, threat landscapes, and business operations

Ability to work independently and drive initiatives with minimal supervision

Strong knowledge of cloud security frameworks (CIS, NIST, ISO 27001) and network security principles

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.