Incident Response Engineer
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Job#: 2072085
Job Description:
**Please only apply if you currently reside in Texas**Will not consider out of state or relocation candidates**
**To apply, email a Word format resume to Tatiana at along with your phone number, city of residence, and availability for a 10-15 minute phone call. Thank you!**
Title: Incident Response Engineer
Location: Austin, TX preferred but will consider candidates in Texas
Long Term Contract
Pay Rate: $40-60/HR on Apex Systems W2 (Based on relevant experience)
Number of Openings: 8
Candidate Submittal Deadline: Friday 5/2 @ 5PM CST
Background Check Required
Job Description
The Tier 2 Incident Response Engineer will provide advanced intrusion detection and incident response services, ensuring the rapid identification, analysis, and containment of security threats. This role involves monitoring network traffic for suspicious activity, conducting in-depth incident response investigations, and coordinating with other cybersecurity team members to mitigate risks. This position mainly and primarily supports overnight shift-work (5pm - 8am), weekend, federal and state holiday coverage for the 24x7 Cybersecurity Operations Center. The engineer will follow the published client incident response strategies, create detailed incident reports, and continuously improve our incident response processes through runbook and playbook documentation and inclusions of real-world lessons learned. By leveraging cutting-edge tools and techniques, this position is crucial for maintaining the security and integrity of our organizations digital assets. The Tier 2 Incident Response Engineer works for, and is under the daily management of, the clients Cybersecurity Operations Center team lead.
Minimum Years of Experience, Skills, and Qualifications:
Preferred Skills and Qualifications
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 or .
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 ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.
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.
Job Description:
**Please only apply if you currently reside in Texas**Will not consider out of state or relocation candidates**
**To apply, email a Word format resume to Tatiana at along with your phone number, city of residence, and availability for a 10-15 minute phone call. Thank you!**
Title: Incident Response Engineer
Location: Austin, TX preferred but will consider candidates in Texas
Long Term Contract
Pay Rate: $40-60/HR on Apex Systems W2 (Based on relevant experience)
Number of Openings: 8
Candidate Submittal Deadline: Friday 5/2 @ 5PM CST
Background Check Required
Job Description
The Tier 2 Incident Response Engineer will provide advanced intrusion detection and incident response services, ensuring the rapid identification, analysis, and containment of security threats. This role involves monitoring network traffic for suspicious activity, conducting in-depth incident response investigations, and coordinating with other cybersecurity team members to mitigate risks. This position mainly and primarily supports overnight shift-work (5pm - 8am), weekend, federal and state holiday coverage for the 24x7 Cybersecurity Operations Center. The engineer will follow the published client incident response strategies, create detailed incident reports, and continuously improve our incident response processes through runbook and playbook documentation and inclusions of real-world lessons learned. By leveraging cutting-edge tools and techniques, this position is crucial for maintaining the security and integrity of our organizations digital assets. The Tier 2 Incident Response Engineer works for, and is under the daily management of, the clients Cybersecurity Operations Center team lead.
Minimum Years of Experience, Skills, and Qualifications:
- 3 Demonstrated understanding of cybersecurity principles, including intrusion detection, incident response, and threat intelligence.
- 4 Capability to think critically and make quick decisions during high-stress situations.
- 3 Awareness of current cyber threats, attack vectors, and mitigation strategies.
- 3 experience in leveraging threat intelligence to anticipate and mitigate risks.
- 3 experience with industry-standard detection tools and analysis techniques.
Preferred Skills and Qualifications
- 3 Experience with the CISCO security suite of tools
- 3 Experience with the State of Texas Red Book for incident response (or similar)
- 3 Experience with IT operations of a Texas State Agency
- 3 Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills for effective collaboration and reporting.
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 or .
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 ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.
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.
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Job Description:
**Please only apply if you currently reside in Texas**Will not consider out of state or relocation candidates**
**To apply, email a Word format resume to Tatiana at along with your phone number, city of residence, and availability for a 10-15 minute phone call. Thank you!**
Title: Incident Response Engineer
Location: Austin, TX preferred but will consider candidates in Texas
Long Term Contract
Pay Rate: $40-60/HR on Apex Systems W2 (Based on relevant experience)
Number of Openings: 8
Candidate Submittal Deadline: Friday 5/2 @ 5PM CST
Background Check Required
Job Description
The Tier 2 Incident Response Engineer will provide advanced intrusion detection and incident response services, ensuring the rapid identification, analysis, and containment of security threats. This role involves monitoring network traffic for suspicious activity, conducting in-depth incident response investigations, and coordinating with other cybersecurity team members to mitigate risks. This position mainly and primarily supports overnight shift-work (5pm - 8am), weekend, federal and state holiday coverage for the 24x7 Cybersecurity Operations Center. The engineer will follow the published client incident response strategies, create detailed incident reports, and continuously improve our incident response processes through runbook and playbook documentation and inclusions of real-world lessons learned. By leveraging cutting-edge tools and techniques, this position is crucial for maintaining the security and integrity of our organizations digital assets. The Tier 2 Incident Response Engineer works for, and is under the daily management of, the clients Cybersecurity Operations Center team lead.
Minimum Years of Experience, Skills, and Qualifications:
Preferred Skills and Qualifications
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 or .
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 ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.
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.
Job Description:
**Please only apply if you currently reside in Texas**Will not consider out of state or relocation candidates**
**To apply, email a Word format resume to Tatiana at along with your phone number, city of residence, and availability for a 10-15 minute phone call. Thank you!**
Title: Incident Response Engineer
Location: Austin, TX preferred but will consider candidates in Texas
Long Term Contract
Pay Rate: $40-60/HR on Apex Systems W2 (Based on relevant experience)
Number of Openings: 8
Candidate Submittal Deadline: Friday 5/2 @ 5PM CST
Background Check Required
Job Description
The Tier 2 Incident Response Engineer will provide advanced intrusion detection and incident response services, ensuring the rapid identification, analysis, and containment of security threats. This role involves monitoring network traffic for suspicious activity, conducting in-depth incident response investigations, and coordinating with other cybersecurity team members to mitigate risks. This position mainly and primarily supports overnight shift-work (5pm - 8am), weekend, federal and state holiday coverage for the 24x7 Cybersecurity Operations Center. The engineer will follow the published client incident response strategies, create detailed incident reports, and continuously improve our incident response processes through runbook and playbook documentation and inclusions of real-world lessons learned. By leveraging cutting-edge tools and techniques, this position is crucial for maintaining the security and integrity of our organizations digital assets. The Tier 2 Incident Response Engineer works for, and is under the daily management of, the clients Cybersecurity Operations Center team lead.
Minimum Years of Experience, Skills, and Qualifications:
- 3 Demonstrated understanding of cybersecurity principles, including intrusion detection, incident response, and threat intelligence.
- 4 Capability to think critically and make quick decisions during high-stress situations.
- 3 Awareness of current cyber threats, attack vectors, and mitigation strategies.
- 3 experience in leveraging threat intelligence to anticipate and mitigate risks.
- 3 experience with industry-standard detection tools and analysis techniques.
Preferred Skills and Qualifications
- 3 Experience with the CISCO security suite of tools
- 3 Experience with the State of Texas Red Book for incident response (or similar)
- 3 Experience with IT operations of a Texas State Agency
- 3 Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills for effective collaboration and reporting.
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 or .
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 ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.
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.
Employers have access to artificial intelligence language tools (“AI”) that help generate and enhance job descriptions and AI may have been used to create this description. The position description has been reviewed for accuracy and Dice believes it to correctly reflect the job opportunity.
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