Job Specifications
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 [email protected] 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(r) in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work(r) in the United Kingdom and Mexico.
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Apex Systems is a leading global technology services firm that incorporates industry insights and experience to deliver solutions that fulfill our clients' digital visions. We offer a continuum of services, specializing in strategy, transformation, and managed services across application development, data, enterprise platforms, cloud and infrastructure, and cybersecurity. Through our ability to innovate alongside our customers, we build and deploy the right artificial intelligence solutions to realize business value and impr...
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