Tier 1 Security Analyst

Apex Systems; Santa Ana (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site role

Benefits package

Career development

Job summary

Everforth Apex is seeking a Tier 1 Security Analyst to join its Security Operations Center in Santa Ana, CA. You will monitor, alert, respond to, and report on cyber threats to protect critical assets and data.

The role requires strong analytical skills and the ability to handle multiple tasks in a dynamic environment. Responsibilities include monitoring events, investigating incidents, supporting vulnerability assessments, and contributing to cyber metrics and threat intelligence development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; related experience may substitute for degree.
• 0 years of related experience required.

Responsibilities

• Monitor security events for networks and systems.
• Investigate and report security incidents.
• Support risk and vulnerability assessments at multiple levels.
• Develop and report cyber metrics.

Skills

SIEM (MS Sentinel)

Programming (Python)

C++

JavaScript

IDS/IPS & Firewalls

EDR (CrowdStrike)

O365/Proofpoint email security

Incident Response cycle

Security Certifications (Security+, G2

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a related field

Tools

CrowdStrike

Proofpoint

O365

Job description

Job#: 3052786

Job Description:

Tier 1 Security Analyst

Location: Santa Ana, California (Onsite)

Role Overview

We are seeking a Tier 1 Security Analyst to join a Security Operations Center. This role involves monitoring, alerting, responding to, and reporting on cyber threats. The analyst will work to protect critical assets, systems, and data through proactive event monitoring and incident response. This position requires strong analytical skills and the ability to handle multiple tasks in a dynamic environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Proactively monitor security events for networks and systems.
• Identify, investigate, and report on potential security incidents.
• Support risk and vulnerability assessment at the network, system, and application level.
• Support the development, maintenance, and reporting of cyber metrics.
• Contribute to cyber threat intelligence development and reporting.
• Assist in the development and implementation of security controls and operational risk mitigations.
• Research, evaluate, and recommend new security tools, techniques, and technologies.
• Utilize tools and procedures to scan, identify, contain, mitigate, and remediate vulnerabilities and intrusions.
• Perform analyses to validate and recommend security requirements and safeguards.Conduct periodic reviews of system audits and monitor corrective actions.

Required Qualifications

Education: A Bachelor’s degree in a related field is required. Additional professional experience may be substituted in lieu of a degree.

Experience: 0 years of related experience is required.

Technical Skills

• Experience with Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) technologies such as MS Sentinel.
• Knowledge of programming languages such as Python, C++, or JavaScript.
• Understanding of IDS/IPS, Firewalls, and Anti-Virus/Anti-Malware technologies.
• Familiarity with the Incident Response cycle: Identification, Protection, Detection, Response, and Recovery.
• Experience with Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) systems like CrowdStrike and email security alerts in O365 and Proofpoint.

Certifications: One of the following certifications is required: Security+, GIAC Security Essentials (GSEC), or a similar industry-related certification.

Preferred Qualifications

• 2 years of related professional experience is preferred.

Work Environment

This is a 100% on-site role at a data center facility. The operations center runs 24/7/365, and this position will require working swing shifts, which will include weekends and some holidays. Shift rotation is to be expected based on operational needs, and reasonable notice will be provided prior to any changes.

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 Benefits Overview

• We offer 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 [email protected] 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.

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Everforth Apex 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 have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Benefits Department at [email protected] or 804-523-8228. (Do not submit resumes or solicit consultants to this email address). UnitedHealthcare creates and publishes the Transparency in Coverage Machine-Readable Files on behalf of Everforth Apex.