L4 SOC Analyst at Apex Systems, Inc. in Greensboro, NC

Job#: 2080293

Job Description:

Apex Systems is looking to hire an ONSITE L4 SOC Analyst for our client based out of Greensboro, NC.

This assignment is anticipated to be a 12 month contract with strong potential for extension; however, Apex Systems cannot guarantee the length of this assignment.

This will also have a second shift (2:00-10:30P) Monday-Friday schedule.

Responsibilities:

· Strategic Threat Defense & Security Roadmap

· Work closely with the Head of CSOC to define and refine CSOC strategy to address emerging cybersecurity threats.

· Continuously evaluate and enhance detection and response frameworks, aligning with business risk and threat landscape evolution.

· Lead SOC maturity initiatives, driving automation, advanced analytics, and intelligence-driven security operations.

· Develop KPIs and CSOC performance metrics to measure effectiveness and resilience against modern cyber threats.

· Act as a trusted advisor to executive leadership, Enterprise IT Security (EITS) teams, and business stakeholders on cyber risk and response strategies.

· Advanced Incident Response & Threat Hunting

· Serve as the highest-level escalation point for complex cybersecurity incidents, including nation-state APTs, ransomware, and insider threats.

· Conduct proactive threat hunting using behavioral analytics, anomaly detection, and adversary tracking.

· Perform deep forensic investigations into network intrusions, malware infections, and cloud-based threats.

· Develop custom SIEM detection logic, EDR rules, and network security signatures to enhance threat visibility.

· Correlate threat intelligence (TI), security logs, and endpoint telemetry to identify persistent threats and attack patterns.

· Cyber Threat Intelligence & Emerging Threat Research

· Stay up to date with the latest cybersecurity news, APT activities, vulnerabilities, and exploit trends.

· Drive threat modeling exercises to anticipate and counter evolving adversary tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs).

· Lead adversary tracking initiatives, mapping threats to MITRE ATT&CK, Cyber Kill Chain, and TIBER-EU frameworks.

· Collaborate with global threat intelligence teams to curate and integrate high-value threat intelligence into CSOC operations.

· Evaluate new attack vectors, malware strains, and exploit techniques, ensuring defensive capabilities remain ahead of adversary innovation.

· Security Engineering & SOC Enhancement

· Partner with cybersecurity engineers, architects, and IT teams to improve enterprise security posture.

· Lead security automation (SOAR) initiatives, developing playbooks and automated response workflows.

· Recommend and implement advanced detection technologies, including UEBA, deception technologies, and AI-driven threat analytics.

· Assist in red team/blue team exercises, purple teaming engagements, and cyber resilience stress tests.

· Leadership, Mentorship & Expert Advisory

· Act as a mentor and technical coach to CSOC analysts (L1-L3), fostering continuous skill development.

· Design and conduct advanced training programs and tabletop exercises to prepare SOC teams for high-impact incidents.

· Represent the CSOC in executive briefings, security conferences, and cybersecurity think tanks.

· Assist in developing and enforcing cybersecurity policies, standards, and compliance frameworks.

Experience:

Bachelor’s degree in cybersecurity or a related 4-year degree

· 10+ years of hands-on cybersecurity experience, with deep expertise in SOC operations, incident response, and cyber threat intelligence.

· Demonstrated experience leading complex investigations into APTs, cybercrime operations, and enterprise-wide security incidents.

· Expert-level proficiency in digital forensics, memory analysis, network forensics, and endpoint telemetry analysis.

· Ability to track adversary TTPs across enterprise environments using advanced threat intelligence correlation.

· Hands-on experience with industry-leading SIEM, EDR, IDS/IPS, forensic tools, and threat intelligence platforms.

· Proficiency in YARA rule development, Sigma rules, and custom detection engineering.

· Expert understanding of nation-state cyber threats, APT campaigns, and cybercriminal ecosystems.

· Strong working knowledge of MITRE ATT&CK, Diamond Model, Cyber Kill Chain, and TIBER-EU methodologies.

· Ability to reverse engineer malware and extract indicators of compromise (IOCs) and tactics of adversaries.

· Proficiency in Python, PowerShell, or Bash for security automation, log parsing, and threat hunting.

· Experience building custom SOAR playbooks to automate incident response and threat containment.

· Strong understanding of cloud security monitoring (AWS, Azure, GCP) and zero-trust architecture principles.

· Deep knowledge of network security protocols, firewall technologies, and modern identity-based threats.

· CISSP, GCIH, GCFA, GCFE, GNFA, OSCP, CCTHP, CTIA, or CISM certifications preferred

· Cyber Threat Hunting & Intelligence-Driven Defense

· Advanced Malware Analysis & Reverse Engineering

· Security Automation & Orchestration (SOAR)

· Network & Endpoint Forensics

· Cloud Security & Identity Threat Detection

· Experience defining SOC strategy, cyber defense roadmaps, and risk mitigation frameworks.

· Ability to bridge technical findings with executive-level security strategy and risk management

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.

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 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.