Apex Systems is hiring: Cyber Security Analyst in Indianapolis

Apex Systems, a World-Class Technology Solutions Provider, is seeking applicants for the below position on behalf of our client. Please apply if interested and qualified

Job Title: Cybersecurity Service Provider Analyst

Location: Indianapolis, IN (fully on-site)

Job Type: 6+ month contract to hire with client

Pay Rate Range: $35 - $47 hourly

Conversion Salary: 85k-95k YOE dependent

Time remaining on award: Bridge extension through July 2026

Shift Schedule Varies: Panama Schedule- Ability to work 12am-12pm or 12pm-12am shift, including some weekends. Some weeks 48 hours, other 32, averaging 40 hour weeks

Job Description

Serve as a Cybersecurity service provider analyst for an infrastructure program supporting a DoD client. Responsibilities include monitoring, analyzing, detecting, and responding to cyber events and incidents under supervision. Support dynamic cyber defense operations, including intrusion detection and prevention, and maintain situational awareness. Create, tune, and compile metrics for all security devices and document processes and procedures. Identify security issues and risks, developing mitigation plans as necessary. Work in a 24/7 Security Operations Center (SOC) environment, maintaining direct contact with client management to analyze and trend security log data from various devices.

Basic Qualifications

• Active DoD issued Secret Clearance
• CompTIA Security+ in hand
• Certified Cyber Security Service Provider (CSSP) certification in hand (options below)
• 3+ years of experience in incident handling, forensics, sensor alert tracking, or cybersecurity case management.
• 1+ years of experience in a SOC.
• Proficiency with cybersecurity tools, including ArcSight, ACAS, or equivalent SIEM tools.
• Experience with cybersecurity forensics tools and methodologies.
• Knowledge of network ports and protocols.
• Experience with log review and analysis.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Ability to work a 12am-12pm or 12pm-12am shift, including some weekends.

Additional Qualifications:

• Knowledge of industry, government, and DoD best practices, including awareness of new security solutions and threat vectors.
• Understanding of DoD system solutions to mitigate risks impacting IT security.
• Ability to monitor and analyze zero-day vulnerabilities.
• Skill in correlating disparate datasets to identify abnormal behavior.
• Ability to triage SIEM events and escalate indicators as necessary.
• Familiarity with NIST, federal, and DoD guidelines related to cybersecurity.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent analytical skills.
• CCNA or Network+ Certification.
• Computing Environment Certification (e.g., McAfee, Blue Coat, RedHat, or Cisco).

Certifications: One of the following DoD 8570 Certifications is REQUIRED:

• CEH
• CFR
• CCNA Cyber Ops
• CCNA-Security
• CySA+
• GCIA
• GCIH
• GICSP
• Cloud+
• SCYBER
• PenTest+

*Please note that as a contract employee of Apex Systems, benefits include the below with employee contribution*

• Health
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance; Short Term Disability
• Hospitalization Coverage
• Direct Deposit
• Weekly Pay Periods
• Training and Development Programs
• 401k
• Referral Program

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 employeeservices@apexsystems.com or 844-463-6178.