IT Security Analyst

Global Lending Services; South Carolina; On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base pay and bonuses

Medical, dental, vision, telemedicine,

401K with employer match and immediate

Paid Time Off

Volunteer Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Parental Leave

Business casual environment

Job summary

Global Lending Services (GLS) is seeking an IT Security Analyst to safeguard enterprise systems, maintain security infrastructure, and shape our information security strategy. This campus-focused role supports onboarding of new security professionals and contributes to risk reduction through strengthened processes.

Join a fast-growing company leveraging analytics for affordable auto financing. This posting targets campus offers for May 2027, with a clear path to hands-on growth and

Qualifications

• External candidates require a Bachelor's degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Economics, Finance, Engineering, Computer, Information Technology, or a related field
• Proficient computer skills and ability to quickly learn new computer applications as required. Working knowledge of SQL and/or Python preferred
• Strong written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills while presenting ideas in business-friendly and user-friendly language
• Intrinsically motivated with demonstrated ability to take initiative, identify needs, make recommendations for improvement, see recommendations through implementation, and evaluate improvements for effectiveness
• Exceptional interpersonal skills: friendly and tactful with the ability to influence others, effectively manage conflict, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage highly sensitive and confidential information, interact at all levels within the organization, and build cross-functional partnerships across the business

Responsibilities

• Ensure the security of enterprise systems by anticipating and mitigating attacks
• Evaluates processes and procedures to provide recommendations on how to reduce the risk of information security breaches
• Maintain information security processes and solutions
• Support the onboarding of new IT Security professionals by providing knowledge share and training as needed
• Research and advocate for new security products that support enterprise security requirements
• Review security infrastructure for capacity, growth, and high availability planning
• Reviews information security threats and vulnerabilities to assess business risk, impact, and exposure
• Communicate security incidents and risks to IT and business staff
• Directly support and provide guidance for security related issues
• Monitors threat intelligence services to keep current on emerging security threats and concerns
• Participate in special projects as needed
• Perform additional assignments as required by the needs of the company or as directed by management

Skills

SQL

Python

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Initiative

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Economics, Finance, Engineering, Computer/Information Technology or related field

Tools

SQL tooling

Job description

Why GLS?

Purpose : Access to affordable, reliable transportation is essential to leading productive work and personal lives, caring well for oneself, one’s family, and the needs of others. Through advanced analytics and technology, we can more accurately predict credit risk and provide more people with an affordable auto financing option for their next vehicle. That’s what GLS has done for over 10 years, helping more than half a million families meet and improve their transportation needs.

People

Join a culture of over 1,000 employees who Care Deeply and Think Boldly, driving innovation in an adaptive and positive culture that celebrates successes. We empower and reward individuals and teams who make direct, positive impacts to the business and each other, who take pride in their work and are ever-raising the bar.

Growth

Recognized by Inc 5000 as one of the fastest-growing private companies in America. Join GLS to grow with us!

Benefits

• o Competitive base pay and performance bonuses, dependent on role
• o Medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, supplemental insurance benefits, long-term and short-term disability
• o 401K with employer match and 100% immediate vesting
• o Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid company holidays to help you balance work and personal life
• o Paid Volunteer Time Off (VTO) Annually
• o Tuition Reimbursement
• o Parental Leave
• o Business casual work environment

***This posting is to enter our campus recruiting and entry-level process for position offers being made for May 2027***

What does it mean to be an IT Security Analyst at GLS?

As an IT Security Analyst, you will be responsible for performing technical work focused on the maintenance of information security infrastructure and strategy.

How will you drive value within the organization as an IT Security Analyst?

• Ensure the security of enterprise systems by anticipating and mitigating attacks
• Evaluates processes and procedures to provide recommendations on how to reduce the risk of information security breaches
• Maintain information security processes and solutions
• Support the onboarding of new IT Security professionals by providing knowledge share and training as needed
• Research and advocate for new security products that support enterprise security requirements
• Review security infrastructure for capacity, growth, and high availability planning
• Reviews information security threats and vulnerabilities to assess business risk, impact, and exposure
• Communicate security incidents and risks to IT and business staff
• Directly support and provide guidance for security related issues
• Monitors threat intelligence services to keep current on emerging security threats and concerns
• Participate in special projects as needed
• Perform additional assignments as required by the needs of the company or as directed by management

What should you already know to be successful in this role?

• External candidates require a Bachelor’s degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Economics, Finance, Engineering, Computer, Information Technology, or a related field
• Proficient computer skills and ability to quickly learn new computer applications as required. Working knowledge of SQL and/or Python preferred
• Strong written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills while presenting ideas in business-friendly and user-friendly language
• Intrinsically motivated with demonstrated ability to take initiative, identify needs, make recommendations for improvement, see recommendations through implementation, and evaluate improvements for effectiveness
• Exceptional interpersonal skills: friendly and tactful with the ability to influence others, effectively manage conflict, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage highly sensitive and confidential information, interact at all levels within the organization, and build cross-functional partnerships across the business

Employment Requirements:

• This is an exempt level position whereby business need will dictate the exact work schedule which should be expected to vary at times. Generally, days and hours of work are Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:00am–6:00pm
• Regular, predictable attendance is required, including overtime hours in excess of 40 as business demands dictate
• Evening, on-call, and weekend work may be required as job duties demand
• The position does require minimal travel, up to 10%
• Constantly operate a computer and other standard office equipment
• Talk and hear to exchange accurate information
• Have close visual acuity to perform activities such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading

GLS participates in the E-Verify program to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees

Please visit www.glsauto.com for information about our great company and other amazing opportunities

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