Hybrid Phishing Defense Analyst

Apex Systems; Merrifield (VA); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Everforth Apex in Vienna, VA (Hybrid) is seeking a Social Engineering Analyst to execute and coordinate defensive phishing and smishing simulations, analyze results, and report on human-factor security metrics.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in cybersecurity or related field, with experience in defensive cybersecurity and security awareness. Collaboration with training and communications teams is essential, and a strong emphasis on process discipline is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in cybersecurity or related field preferred; equivalent experience considered.
• Experience in cybersecurity with focus on defensive disciplines or security awareness.
• Experience executing defensive simulations and analyzing security data.
• Familiarity with documenting procedures and metrics.

Responsibilities

• Execute validated phishing and smishing campaigns.
• Configure and schedule campaigns, templates, and targeting lists.
• Coordinate timelines, approvals, and QA reviews.
• Analyze campaign outcomes and track historical metrics.
• Support management with KPI reporting and training content coordination.

Skills

Defensive cybersecurity

Security awareness

Social engineering simulations

Analytical thinking

Process execution

Education

Bachelor's degree in cybersecurity

Tools

Office productivity software

Job description

Everforth Apex in Vienna, VA (Hybrid) is seeking a Social Engineering Analyst to execute and coordinate defensive phishing and smishing simulations, analyze results, and report on human-factor security metrics.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in cybersecurity or related field, with experience in defensive cybersecurity and security awareness. Collaboration with training and communications teams is essential, and a strong emphasis on process discipline is expected.