Cyber Defense & Data Security Specialist

Prudential Annuities Distributors (PAD); Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 96,200 - 158,800; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) plan with company match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Job summary

Prudential Annuities Distributors (PAD) is seeking a Data Security Specialist in Newark, New Jersey. In this role, you will analyze data security alerts and collaborate with tech leads to enhance security posture. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's in Computer Science or related fields and strong analytical skills.

Join a dedicated team focused on proactive risk management while enjoying competitive benefits, including a salary range of $96,200 to $158,800, medical insurance, and a 401(k) plan with company match.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in a related field.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills.
• Experience in analyzing data security alerts and risks.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and triage information security alerts.
• Conduct analysis of user activity and system events.
• Document analysis results and maintain records.
• Collaborate with security engineering and stakeholders.
• Track analysis outcomes and support remediation actions.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Collaboration skills

Knowledge of data security controls

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or related field

Tools

Data Loss Prevention (DLP)

Security Information and Event Management (SIEM)

Cloud Access Security Broker (CASB)

Data Security Posture Management (DSPM)

Job description

Prudential Annuities Distributors (PAD) is seeking a Data Security Specialist in Newark, New Jersey. In this role, you will analyze data security alerts and collaborate with tech leads to enhance security posture. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's in Computer Science or related fields and strong analytical skills.

Join a dedicated team focused on proactive risk management while enjoying competitive benefits, including a salary range of $96,200 to $158,800, medical insurance, and a 401(k) plan with company match.