SIEM Engineer

Sr. Cyber Security Specialist

You will work directly for our SIEM Architect to execute and deliver on a wide range of projects. The ideal candidate will bring a proactive and innovative approach to our extensive project pipeline, directly contributing to the security posture of the organization. This role requires strong technical ability, coupled with the ability to collaborate with internal stakeholders across security, infrastructure, and business teams.

Responsibilities:

• Onboard new data sources in coordination with system and application owners
• Build and manage data pipelines, sources, and destinations.
• Ensure the stability, integrity, and efficient operation of the SIEM systems
• Assist in the development of strategies to improve the effectiveness of our SIEM environment
• Partner with data owners and consumers to align output with requirements.
• Provide technical expertise and support to other team members to develop quality dashboards, alerts, and monitoring content.
• Participate in the design and implementation of security solutions.

Required Qualifications:

• 5-7 years of experience with SIEM engineering, log management, observability, or security analytics.
• Proficiency with log pipelines, structured data, and content development (dashboards and alerts)
• Skill in configuring and tuning SIEM platforms.
• Experience engaging directly with technical stakeholders and business users
• Strong understanding of SIEM concepts and best practices.
• Ability to operate independently and prioritize work across multiple projects.
• Excellent troubleshooting, documentation, and communication skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with CrowdStrike NG-SIEM, LogScale, and Cribl Stream.
• Ability to design and optimize log routing workflows using Cribl Stream or similar log routing and filtering tools.
• Proficiency in scripting and automation using Python, PowerShell, or Bash.
• Competence in managing large-scale log ingestion, normalization, and data quality enforcement

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.