Cyber Security Specialist

Job#: 3024458

Job Description:

Cybersecurity Analyst

Location: Remote but must live within 50 miles of Hazelwood, MO

Email resume to Julissa at [email protected] to apply

Job Description

Develops, deploys and/or maintains enterprise-wide computing and information security requirements, policies, standards, guidelines and procedures for secure, isolated environments. Advises on a broad range of compliant information security and data protection requirements. Determines acceptability of unique configurations and verifies security parameter placement. Investigates and resolves security incidents. Participates in security assessments and audits.

• Employ best practices when implementing security requirements within an information system including software engineering methodologies, system/security engineering principles, secure design, secure architecture, and secure coding techniques.
• Capture and refine information security requirements and ensure that the requirements are effectively integrated into information systems through purposeful security architecting, design, development, configuration and documentation for delivery to a wide customer base.
• Perform security assessments of software, including research and manual/automated testing, and document security findings and recommended mitigations.
• Educate team members on security best practices and participate in architecture meetings with application owners.
• Analyze security situations, environmental factors and business objectives. Advises on a broad range of information security issues and interprets data protection requirements. Contributes to or develops security plans to meet assurance or protection requirements.
• Analyze and documents computing security events. Identifies root causes, prioritizes threats and recommends and/or implements corrective action. Determines acceptability of unique configurations and verifies security profile settings. Tests and deploys risk mitigation processes and tools.
• Investigate, analyze and resolve security questions and issues. Tests and deploys incident response processes and tools. Leads or participates on incident response teams.
• Perform security compliance monitoring. Participates in security policy assessments and audits. Evaluates and tests security controls and applications. Contributes to corrective action planning

Requirements

• Minimum DoD Interim Secret Clearance
• DoD 8570 Certification IAT Level 2 (Security+ Recommended)

Skills/Experience

• Be very detail oriented and be able to manage priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Must have solid troubleshooting skills and knowledge of common ports and protocols.
• Familiarity with NIST security standards and Risk Management Framework (RMF).
• Have a solid understanding of programming logic and API implementation.
• The ability to read, write, understand and follow instructions within an installation script is necessary.
• Must have scripting experience in at least 2 of the following: PowerShell, Python, Bash, SQL, VBScript, HTML, XML, JSON, CSV, JavaScript.
• Must have knowledge of common security tools such as: Wireshark, NMAP, and vulnerability scanners such as Nessus.
• Must have Systems Engineering and Administration experience in the following: Logging Utilities (ElastiSearch, Splunk, etc..), Enterprise Security Utilities (HIDS, NIDS, DLP), Virtualization Platforms, Windows Server services (AD, DNS, DHCP, Group Policy), UNIX/Linux/Microsoft Administration (file services, configuration, updates), Web servers (IIS, Apache), Software Installation
• Knowledge of web applications and database technologies with basic understanding of common vulnerabilities affecting these technologies (OWASP Top 10 / CWE)
• Experience installing\configuring complex Client\Server Applications that include multiple servers and\or a database is a plus

EEO Employer

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. 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 Employee Services Department at [email protected] or 844-463-6178.

Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join 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. Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click here for more details.

Apex Benefits Overview: 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. 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, 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. 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 Apex team member can provide.

Employee Type:

Contract

Location:

Hazelwood, MO, US

Job Type:

Date Posted:

April 13, 2026

Pay Range:

$35 - $55 per hour

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