Social Engineering Analyst

Apex Systems, LLC; 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

## Job Description# Social Engineering AnalystApply**Job#: 3057881****Job Description:**Social Engineering Analyst**Location:** Vienna, Virginia (Hybrid)**Alternate Location:** Pensacola, Florida (Hybrid)Role OverviewThe Social Engineering Analyst is a junior-level cybersecurity position focused on executing and coordinating defensive social engineering exercises. Operating within established security guidelines, the analyst will configure, launch, monitor, and report on organizational phishing and smishing simulations. This position demands careful attention to detail, strong analytical capabilities, and consistent process execution to strengthen the human element of defense across the enterprise.Key Responsibilities* Execute regular simulated phishing and smishing campaigns to evaluate security awareness.* Configure campaign scenarios, templates, targeting lists, and schedules using documented processes.* Coordinate campaign timelines, stakeholder inputs, quality assurance, and approval workflows.* Perform comprehensive quality assurance reviews prior to launching security simulations.* Compile, validate, and analyze campaign outcomes and track historic metrics.* Support management reporting through the maintenance of key performance indicators.* Coordinate with communication and training partners to deliver educational security content.* Document and update operational procedures and campaign records systematically.Required Qualifications**Education:** Bachelor's degree in cybersecurity, information technology, computer science, information systems, or a related field is preferred; relevant professional experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.**Experience:** Professional experience in cybersecurity with a focus on defensive disciplines, security awareness, or social engineering simulations.**Technical Skills:** Experience executing defensive simulations, compiling security data, and utilizing office productivity software.Preferred Qualifications* Direct experience supporting phishing or smishing simulation programs.* Professional certifications such as Security+, CySA+, or equivalent baseline cybersecurity credentials.* Familiarity with establishing metrics, key performance indicators, or business unit reporting.* Proven ability to follow structured operational checklists and maintain procedural documentation. *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.**Everforth Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click here for more details. By applying for this job, you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages, or emails from Everforth Apex and its affiliates, and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You can reply STOP to cancel and HELP for help. You can access our privacy policy at https://www.apexsystems.com/privacy-policy**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. Everforth Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Everforth Apex team member can provide.**Everforth 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. Everforth Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.**If you require an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act to participate in an interview with a virtual recruiter or to use our website for a search or application, please contact our Benefits Department at [e-mail] or 804-523-8228. Please note that this contact information is strictly to be used for medical ADA accommodations and that no other inquiries will be answered.**UnitedHealthcare creates and publishes the Transparency in Coverage Machine-Readable Files on behalf of Everforth Apex Systems.***Employee Type:** Contract**Location:** Merrifield, VA, US**Job Type:****Date Posted:** October 30, 2026