Security Analyst

Job#: 3057521
Job Description:
Job Title: Security Analyst
Location: open to New York, NY, Philadelphia. PA, Wilmington, DE, Baltimore, MD, Washington, DC, Columbus, OH, Cleveland, OH, Chicago, IL, Indianapolis, IN.

Shift: Mon-Friday
Compensation: 85k-95k
Job Summary:
The Security Analyst supports the firm's security operations by monitoring and reviewing security activity, tracking vulnerabilities, managing phishing simulations and security awareness initiatives, assisting with incident response, and developing security policies and procedures. This role works closely with the Information Security team to implement security controls and promote secure practices across the firm. The position requires sound judgment, responsiveness, strict confidentiality, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment with time-sensitive matters.

Essential Job Duties

Assess information security risks related to the firm's data, systems, and technology operations. Review technology configurations and recommend secure settings and practices. Respond to security incidents and support incident investigation, containment, remediation, and documentation. Monitor and review security logs and user activity for indicators of suspicious or unauthorized activity. Perform malware investigations and support employee-related security investigations as needed.

Respond to escalated security tickets and coordinate with other IT teams when additional support is required. Assist with the review of outside counsel guidelines and client security requirements. Evaluate security technologies and other technology solutions for risk, effectiveness, and alignment with firm requirements. Administer security awareness training, communicate results, and follow up on required training activities. Manage phishing simulation and new-hire security awareness programs. Assist with vulnerability identification, tracking, prioritization, and remediation follow-up.

Help develop, maintain, and communicate information security policies and procedures.

Minimum Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Computer Information Systems, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or a related field preferred. Information security certifications such as GSEC, Security+, CISSP, or similar credentials preferred. Working knowledge of current information security threats, vulnerabilities, and business risks. Experience with cloud security monitoring in Microsoft Azure. Experience with Microsoft E5 security tools, including the Microsoft Defender suite, and/or CrowdStrike.

Ability to work independently, prioritize responsibilities, exercise sound judgment, and respond promptly to potential security threats. Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to work effectively with a diverse group of professionals. Strong team orientation and the ability to collaborate across technical and business teams. Ability to educate end users on security requirements, risks, and best practices. Ability to maintain strict confidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriately. This employer is an equal opportunity employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click for more details. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Benefits Department at or .

Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth 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 ClearlyRateds Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

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Everforth Apex Benefits Overview: Everforth 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.

Everforth 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, Everforth 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.

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