IT Cyber Security Engineer

Title: IT Cyber Security Engineer Location: Akron United States Job Description: Job#: 3035357 Job Description: POSTION: IT Cyber Security Analyst LOCATION: 100% (Must reside near Akron, OH) DIRECT HIRE

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Apex Systems is seeking a highly qualified IT Cyber Security Analyst for a full-time position location in Akron, OH. performed 100% remote with infrequent multi-day trips to the Akron, Ohio area as needed (a few times per year). The Cyber Security Analyst works across all divisions and business units to protect the cyber assets. We seek a knowledgeable individual well-versed in current cyber security and information security strategies with skills to effectively apply such strategies to a large, dynamic, heterogeneous landscape. Job Requirements:

• 5+ years of experience in a real cyber security role doing practical cyber security at a midsized or large organization.
• Ability to identify and assess the severity and potential impact of risks. Communicate risk assessment findings to risk owners outside the cybersecurity program in a way that consistently drives objective, fact-based decisions about risk that optimize the trade-off between risk mitigation and business performance.
• Familiarity with common cyber security related tools such as vulnerability scanners (Tenable preferred), ServiceNow IRM and GRC, Microsoft Power Automate, Microsoft Power BI, and other similar toolchains.
• Strong decision-making, with a proven ability to weigh the relative costs and benefits of potential actions and identify the most appropriate one
• Able to participate in an on-call rotation (cycling daily; on-call once every ~4-6 days) responding to out-of-hours calls and alerts in support of security response.

Job Duties:

• Act as a subject matter expert (SME) between cybersecurity and the business units in the development of appropriate policies, standards, and frameworks
• Continuously monitor trends to anticipate and plan for future impact of cyber risk on a specific business unit (BU) or function
• Follow all risk remediation protocols to ensure issues are mitigated, risks are accounted for, and exceptions are tracked in accordance with frameworks, policies and standards set by the organization
• Educate stakeholders on cybersecurity-related matters to increase awareness and improve culture
• Performs focused information risk assessments of existing or new services and technologies, along with business counterparts.
• Identifies and facilitates implementation of appropriate controls to effectively manage cyber and information risks as needed.
• Understand software and system vulnerability processes, manage vulnerability patches through a process lifecycle, and perform vulnerability assessments on systems and services

Additional Skill Desired:

• An ability to work on several tasks simultaneously and pay attention to sources of information from inside and outside one's network within an organization.
• An ability to effectively influence others by informing their opinions, plans or behaviors.
• Ability to communicate complex and technical issues to diverse audiences, orally and in writing, in an easily understood, authoritative and actionable manner

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or similar discipline is preferred. A bachelor's degree in another field with relevant industry experience in cyber/information security will be considered.

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. 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 ClearlyRated's 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. 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. Employee Type: FullTime Location: Akron, OH, US Job Type: Pay Range: $89,000 - $115,000 Similar Jobs

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