IT Security Specialist

Apex Systems; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401K and HSA

Employee Assistance Program with free counseling

Professional development resources

Job summary

A leading IT services firm is looking for an experienced professional to manage vulnerability scanning technologies. The ideal candidate will have at least 7 years of experience in Information Security, hands-on experience with tools like Qualys, and a strong ability to analyze risks and suggest improvements. Responsibilities include managing the vulnerability identification program and participating in incident response. This role offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years’ experience in Information Security or related fields.
• Hands-on experience managing vulnerability identification scanning solutions.
• Strong experience with CVE-based vulnerability identification and risk analysis.

Responsibilities

• Analyze findings from vulnerability reporting to identify issues.
• Suggest business cases for automation to detect vulnerabilities.
• Participate in cyber and technology incident response.
• Review current vulnerability detection processes for efficiency.

Skills

Information Security experience

Vulnerability identification scanning

CVE vulnerability analytics

System Administration (Windows, Linux)

Analytical skills

Technical background in security technologies

Strong communication skills

Ability to prioritize deliverables

Education

Bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science or related field

Tools

Qualys

Tenable

Tanium

Database Management Systems (SQL, Mongo)

Job description

Location: Jacksonville, FL - Onsite 5 days a week

Job #: 3017280

Duration: 6 Months Contract Role

Job Description

Analyzes, improves, implements, and executes vulnerability scanning technologies and processes proactively to prevent external threat actors from infiltrating company information or systems. Typically has 7-10 years of relevant experience. As a member of the Global Information Security Vulnerability Identification team, you will help implement and participate in the day‑to‑day management of vulnerability scanning tool (e.g. Qualys). Cyber Incident investigation and response is also a key responsibility.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze findings from vulnerability reporting workstreams, to identify thematic vulnerability scan‑related issues
• Suggest business cases for submission to Automation teams in creation of alternate means to detect vulnerabilities
• Cyber and Technology Incident Response
• Escalate scanning issues and gaps, and follow up with solution vendors, up to issue resolution
• Review current existing vulnerability detection processes for ways to streamline and make them more efficient
• Flawless representation of the vulnerability identification program during assigned on‑call and Analyst‑In‑Charge windows
• Thorough analysis and recommendation for Acceptable Use requests
• Identify and present opportunity proposals for program improvement to VI Leadership

Required Skills

• Comfortable working in a fast‑paced environment
• Minimum of 7 years’ experience in Information Security or related Technology field(s)
• Hands‑on experience managing an industry leading vulnerability identification scanning solution (e.g. Qualys, Tenable, Tanium)
• Experience with CVE vulnerability analytics as a focus area within Information Security
• Strong experience with CVE‑based vulnerability identification and risk analysis
• Hands‑on experience in System Administration (Windows, Linux)
• Strong analytical skills/problem solving/conceptual thinking
• Broad technical background utilizing security technologies, such as Server and Workstation Operating Systems, Network Security
• Superior sense of urgency and ability to effectively prioritize deliverables
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Desired Skills

• Bachelor’s and/or master’s degree in computer science, Information Technology or related field
• Experience with one or more Database Management Systems (e.g. SQL, Mongo)
• One or more industry certifications, such as CISSP, CISM
• Familiarity with mainstream attacker techniques, tactics, and procedures (e.g., MITRE ATT&CK Framework)
• Working knowledge of Network architecture and engineering concepts

Benefits

Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans. Additional programs include ESPP, 401K, HSA, SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, corporate discount savings program, and professional development resources such as on‑demand training and certification prep.

EEO Statement

Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.