Senior Cybersecurity Engineer
Apex Systems, Dearborn, MI, United States
Title: Cybersecurity Engineer
Duration: 12+ month contract w/ potential to extend
Pay: $60-$70/hr
Location: Dearborn, MI - 4 days onsite, 1 day remote
Job Summary
The Cybersecurity Engineer is responsible for protecting the organization's information assets by identifying, analyzing, and mitigating cyber threats and vulnerabilities. This role conducts threat and vulnerability assessments, responds to high-severity security incidents, and designs and implements security controls to reduce overall risk. The Cybersecurity Engineer specializes in ethical hacking, penetration testing, security monitoring, and encryption standards, while also partnering with business and technical teams to promote secure practices across the organization.
Day-to-Day Responsibilities
Conduct comprehensive threat and vulnerability assessments using attack analysis, threat modeling, and probability-based risk evaluation.
Analyze global threat intelligence to identify trends and patterns that inform security protocols and risk mitigation strategies.
Monitor security threats and system performance using security monitoring tools; maintain existing security controls and automate system health checks for critical information assets.
Define penetration testing scope, perform ethical hacking and security testing, document findings, and communicate actionable remediation recommendations.
Collaborate with business and technical stakeholders to deliver security awareness training focused on identified vulnerabilities and cost-effective mitigation controls.
Triage security events, escalations, and incidents; determine resolution actions and coordinate response efforts for cyber and insider threats.
Interface with cross-functional teams to deliver secure access solutions, including multi-factor authentication, automated security scans, and security-focused deployments.
Evaluate, develop, implement, and communicate encryption standards, procedures, and guidelines across multiple platforms and diverse system environments.
Qualifications
5+ years of experience in cybersecurity or a related technical field.
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or a related discipline.
Cybersecurity principles, tools, and best practices
Data modeling and analysis
Experience using issue tracking and project management tools (e.g., Jira)
Threat modeling, vulnerability assessment, and incident response
Strong communication skills for translating technical risks to non-technical audiences
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 ClearlyRated's 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.
Duration: 12+ month contract w/ potential to extend
Pay: $60-$70/hr
Location: Dearborn, MI - 4 days onsite, 1 day remote
Job Summary
The Cybersecurity Engineer is responsible for protecting the organization's information assets by identifying, analyzing, and mitigating cyber threats and vulnerabilities. This role conducts threat and vulnerability assessments, responds to high-severity security incidents, and designs and implements security controls to reduce overall risk. The Cybersecurity Engineer specializes in ethical hacking, penetration testing, security monitoring, and encryption standards, while also partnering with business and technical teams to promote secure practices across the organization.
Day-to-Day Responsibilities
Conduct comprehensive threat and vulnerability assessments using attack analysis, threat modeling, and probability-based risk evaluation.
Analyze global threat intelligence to identify trends and patterns that inform security protocols and risk mitigation strategies.
Monitor security threats and system performance using security monitoring tools; maintain existing security controls and automate system health checks for critical information assets.
Define penetration testing scope, perform ethical hacking and security testing, document findings, and communicate actionable remediation recommendations.
Collaborate with business and technical stakeholders to deliver security awareness training focused on identified vulnerabilities and cost-effective mitigation controls.
Triage security events, escalations, and incidents; determine resolution actions and coordinate response efforts for cyber and insider threats.
Interface with cross-functional teams to deliver secure access solutions, including multi-factor authentication, automated security scans, and security-focused deployments.
Evaluate, develop, implement, and communicate encryption standards, procedures, and guidelines across multiple platforms and diverse system environments.
Qualifications
5+ years of experience in cybersecurity or a related technical field.
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or a related discipline.
Cybersecurity principles, tools, and best practices
Data modeling and analysis
Experience using issue tracking and project management tools (e.g., Jira)
Threat modeling, vulnerability assessment, and incident response
Strong communication skills for translating technical risks to non-technical audiences
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 ClearlyRated's 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.