Job Description
Are you ready to spearhead the defense of our digital infrastructure? Apex Cyber Defense is seeking a world-class Senior Security Engineer to join our elite team in Austin, Texas. In this pivotal role, you will architect robust security frameworks and lead incident response strategies that protect our clients' most critical assets.
We are looking for a visionary professional who doesn't just monitor threats but actively anticipates them. You will work at the intersection of technology and strategy, collaborating with engineering teams to embed security into every layer of our software development lifecycle.
Why Join Us?
- Industry Leadership: Work with cutting-edge technologies and top-tier talent.
- Impact: Directly influence the security posture of enterprise-level clients.
- Compensation: Competitive salary and equity package.
- Perks: Comprehensive health benefits, remote work flexibility, and continuous learning stipends.
Ready to fortify the future? Apply today.
Responsibilities
- Architecture & Design: Design, implement, and maintain complex security architectures, including firewalls, IDS/IPS, and VPN solutions.
- Incident Response: Lead the detection, analysis, and response to sophisticated cyber threats and security breaches.
- Vulnerability Management: Conduct regular penetration testing and vulnerability assessments to identify weaknesses before they are exploited.
- SOC Management: Oversee Security Operations Center (SOC) activities, ensuring 24/7 monitoring and alert triage.
- Compliance: Ensure compliance with industry standards such as HIPAA, GDPR, and ISO 27001.
- Policy Development: Develop and enforce enterprise-wide security policies and procedures.
- Collaboration: Partner with DevOps and development teams to integrate security best practices (DevSecOps) into CI/CD pipelines.
Qualifications
- Certification: CISSP, CISM, CEH, or equivalent advanced security certification is strongly preferred.
- Experience: Minimum of 5-7 years of progressive experience in cybersecurity engineering or a related field.
- Tech Stack: Deep knowledge of network protocols, operating systems (Linux/Windows), and cloud security (AWS/Azure/GCP).
- Tools: Proficiency with SIEM tools (e.g., Splunk, ELK Stack), SOAR platforms, and endpoint protection solutions.
- Scripting: Strong scripting and automation skills in Python, Bash, or PowerShell.
- Communication: Exceptional ability to communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
- Problem Solving: Proven track record of resolving critical security incidents under pressure.