Security Analyst

CU Ninjas; Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 54,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off

Comprehensive health coverage

401K / Pension plan

Tuition reimbursement

Employee discounts

Job summary

CEFCU is seeking a Security Analyst to evaluate security events from network and monitoring systems, identify vulnerabilities, and investigate security issues to protect CEFCU data and systems. The role emphasizes delivering a professional, knowledgeable, and caring member experience.

The ideal candidate has 2-4 years in security operations or related field, with a bachelor’s in IT or equivalent experience and relevant certifications.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in an IT-related field or five years commensurate work experience in information security or network engineering.
• 2-4 years’ experience as a Security Operations Analyst or equivalent.
• Security certifications (CEH or CISSP) or two+ years of Network Engineer experience.
• Strong knowledge of security principles, risk management, and threat detection.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate security events identified by CEFCU’s network and monitoring systems.
• Identify system vulnerabilities and investigate member and employee-reported issues.
• Protect CEFCU data and systems from unauthorized access.
• Provide the highest quality member experience for internal and external members.

Skills

SIEM tools

IDS/IPS

Firewalls

Endpoint protection

TCP/IP

DNS

HTTP

VPN

Vulnerability scanning

Active Directory security

Threat detection

Risk management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in IT-related field

Tools

SIEM tools

IDS/IPS

Firewalls

Endpoint protection

Active Directory

Job description

Are you ready to make the most of your talents and abilities, while helping others make the most of their finances?

CEFCU member service team members are critical to the success of the credit union. They provide a professional, knowledgeable, and caring experience when members contact us. We are looking for individuals who are personable, articulate, and positive to add to our already awesome team!

The primary purpose of the Security Analyst position is to evaluate security events identified by CEFCU’s network and security monitoring systems, identify system vulnerabilities, and investigate member and employee-reported security issues to protect CEFCU data and systems from unauthorized internal and external access.

Provides the highest quality member experience, for both internal and external members.

Hours: 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

WFHRequired:

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in an I.T. related field or five years commensurate work experience in Information Security and/or Network Engineering.
• 2-4 years’ experience as a Security Operations Analyst or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Information Security certification (CEH or CISSP) or two or more years of Network Engineer experience.
• Strong knowledge of security principles, risk management, and threat detection techniques.
• Hands-on experience with security tools such as SIEM, IDS/IPS, firewalls, and endpoint protection.
• Understanding of networking protocols (TCP/IP, DNS, HTTP, VPN).
• Experience with a vulnerability scanning tool.
• Knowledge of virus definitions and malware families.
• Experience with patching updates and CVE/Vulnerability review.
• Experienced with Microsoft Windows environment, including security configurations, event log analysis, and Active Directory security.

Preferred

• Experience with compliance, financial industry regulations, and security frameworks.
• Programming and scripting experience related to cyber forensic investigations.
• Penetration testing experience.
• Forensic investigation experience.

Summary Pay Range

The anticipated starting pay range for this position is $38.80 - $45.59.

The pay range listed represents the anticipated starting range for a successful candidate. Final compensation will be based on factors such as experience, skills, and qualifications.

Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at CEFCU.

Benefits

Financial

• Merit-based raises

Health and Welfare

• Generous paid time off (Holiday, Personal or Sick Time, Vacation)
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage (PPO, HDHP)
• Flexible Spending Plan (Medical Reimbursement Account and Dependent Care Reimbursement Account)
• Health Savings Account
• Voluntary Benefits (Accident Plan, Critical Illness Plan, Hospital Indemnity Plan, Identity Theft & Fraud Protection Plan, Legal Plan)
• Life Insurance
• Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
• Disability Benefits
• Defined Benefit Plan – Pension
• Defined Contribution Plan – 401K

Additional Benefits

• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Career growth through internal job postings
• Management Development Program: formal mentoring and training
• Opportunities to help improve and build the CEFCU of tomorrow through process teams
• Opportunities to personally contribute to corporate financial literacy and community initiatives
• Casual days to support local charities
• Employee discounts on entertainment, cell phone plans, theme park tickets, and more
• On-site fitness center, fitness classes, and wellness program

It is CEFCU’s policy and intent to provide equal opportunity to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, political affiliation, sex/gender (including gender expression/identity, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), marital status, registered domestic partner status, sexual orientation, age, ancestry, national origin, veteran status, disability, medical condition, genetic characteristics, and/or any other basis protected by law. This policy covers all facets of employment including, but not limited to: recruitment, selection, placement, promotions, transfers, demotions, terminations, training, and compensation.