Security Analyst

CEFCU Financial Services, Inc.; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 53,450 - 62,804; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Welfare

Generous paid time off

Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision coverage

401(K)

Tuition reimbursement

On-site fitness center and wellness program

Job summary

CEFCU Financial Services, Inc. is seeking a Security Analyst to evaluate security events and protect data from unauthorized access. This role involves identifying vulnerabilities and investigating reported issues to ensure the safety of all systems.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in IT and 2-4 years of experience in security operations. The position is critical for maintaining member trust and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Benefits include merit-based raises and comprehensive health coverage.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years’ experience as a Security Operations Analyst or equivalent.
• Information Security certification (CEH or CISSP).
• Hands-on experience with security tools.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate security events and identify vulnerabilities.
• Investigate security incidents reported by members.
• Protect data from unauthorized access.

Skills

Security principles

Risk management

Threat detection techniques

SIEM

IDS/IPS

Firewalls

Endpoint protection

Networking protocols

Vulnerability scanning

Microsoft Windows environment

Education

Bachelor’s degree in IT or equivalent

Tools

Vulnerability scanning tool

Microsoft Active Directory

Job description

Job Overview

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. The role also involves providing a high quality member experience for both internal and external members.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate security events identified by network and security monitoring systems.
• Identify system vulnerabilities and investigate security incidents reported by members and employees.
• Protect CEFCU data and systems from unauthorized internal and external access.
• Analyze and respond to security incidents using SIEM, IDS/IPS, firewalls, and endpoint protection tools.
• Conduct vulnerability scans and manage patching, CVE, and vulnerability review.
• Perform event log analysis and maintain security configurations in a Microsoft Windows environment.
• Assist with compliance, regulatory reporting, and security framework requirements.

Qualifications

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

Preferred Qualifications

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

Compensation

Pay Range: $38.80 – $45.59 per hour (anticipated starting range; final compensation based on experience, skills, and qualifications).

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 – 401(K)
• Employee Assistance Program
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Career growth through internal job postings
  • Management Development Program: formal mentoring and training opportunities
  • Process team opportunities to improve CEFCU operations
  • 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

Equal Opportunity

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.