Job Description
Are you a cybersecurity professional who thrives in the strategic silence of the night? Apex Cyber Defense is seeking a highly skilled Night Shift SOC Analyst to join our elite Threat Intelligence Team in Tampa, FL.
In this mission-critical role, you will serve as the first line of defense for our global infrastructure. We offer a unique environment where you can focus deeply on complex threat hunting and incident response without the distractions of a busy day shift. If you are an analytical thinker with a passion for protecting digital assets, we want to hear from you.
What You Will Do:
- Oversee the continuous monitoring of security alerts across our network perimeter.
- Execute rapid triage procedures to identify and neutralize potential threats.
- Conduct deep-dive log analysis to detect stealthy intrusions.
- Document detailed forensic evidence and incident reports for legal compliance.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to patch vulnerabilities and improve security posture.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related technical field.
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in a Security Operations Center (SOC) environment.
- Strong understanding of TCP/IP, DNS, and HTTP protocols.
- Experience with SIEM platforms (Splunk, Splunk Enterprise Security, or similar).
- CISSP, Security+, or CEH certification is highly preferred.
- Must be available to work rotating night shifts (e.g., 11:00 PM – 7:00 AM).
Responsibilities
- Monitor Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) dashboards for real-time anomalies.
- Triage incoming alerts, distinguishing false positives from genuine security breaches.
- Lead the initial response to security incidents, mitigating damage and restoring service.
- Analyze network traffic and system logs to identify attack vectors and patterns.
- Prepare comprehensive post-incident reports for management review.
- Participate in 24/7 on-call rotation as required.
Qualifications
- Current Security Clearance (Desired) or willingness to obtain.
- Proficiency in scripting languages (Python or Bash) is a plus.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills for stakeholder reporting.
- Ability to work independently and make high-stakes decisions under pressure.
- Deep knowledge of malware analysis and threat hunting methodologies.