Security Analyst

Ursus; Oakland (CA); Remote; USD 80,000 - 112,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Fintech organization is seeking a Security Analyst to conduct vendor security assessments and manage risks in a remote dynamic team. This role offers comprehensive benefits, a chance to work on cutting-edge blockchain technology, and significant opportunities for career advancement. Candidates should possess strong skills in vendor assessments and familiarity with security frameworks, and the role also emphasizes collaborative work in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, and 401K with company matching

Opportunity for career advancement and growth

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Experience in security assessments and customer relations.
• Proven vendor assessment skills and awareness of security risks.
• Knowledge of frameworks like SSO/SAML and OAuth.

Responsibilities

• Conduct vendor security assessments and research vendor use.
• Execute due diligence assurance and review security reports.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to address security concerns.

Skills

Customer-facing skills

Vendor security assessments

Understanding security risks

Remote team collaboration

Knowledge of authentication frameworks

Tools

Ticketing systems (e.g., Jira)

Job description

Employer Industry: Fintech Organization

Why consider this job opportunity:
- Salary up to $48.28/hr
- Opportunity for career advancement and growth within the organization
- Work remotely with a dynamic and geographically distributed team
- Comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, and 401K with company matching
- Chance to work on cutting-edge blockchain technology to democratize the global economy
- Supportive work environment that encourages learning and development

What to Expect (Job Responsibilities):
- Conduct vendor security assessments and establish vendor risk profiles
- Perform comprehensive research and case investigations on vendor use across the organization
- Execute due diligence assurance activities, reviewing various security reports and assessments
- Deliver thorough work products that support final risk decisions for auditors
- Collaborate with stakeholders and external vendor personnel to address security concerns

What is Required (Qualifications):
- Experience in customer-facing roles and gaining cooperation across diverse personnel
- Proven track record of conducting vendor security assessments
- Strong understanding of common security risks posed by third-party vendors
- Familiarity with authentication and authorization frameworks, including SSO/SAML and OAuth
- Experience working in a remote team environment

How to Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications):
- Curiosity and interest in learning new technologies
- Knowledge of ticketing systems, such as Jira
- Experience identifying the use of Generative AI within third-party products
- Strong project management skills and ability to prioritize high volumes of security reviews

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