Security Operations Analyst: Detect & Protect

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

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off

Comprehensive health coverage

Tuition reimbursement

Employee discounts

On-site fitness center

Job summary

CEFCU Financial Services, Inc. in Peoria IL seeks a proactive Security Analyst. This role involves evaluating security events, identifying vulnerabilities, and addressing security issues to safeguard data.

The ideal candidate should possess a Bachelor’s degree in an IT related field or equivalent experience with 2-4 years in Security Operations. Knowledge of security principles, tools, and network protocols is essential. The position offers a full-time schedule and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of experience as a Security Operations Analyst or equivalent.
• Experience with patching updates and CVE/Vulnerability review.
• Strong hands-on experience with security tools.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate security events identified by monitoring systems.
• Identify system vulnerabilities and investigate reported issues.
• Provide the highest quality member experience.

Skills

Information Security principles

Risk management

Threat detection techniques

Network protocols (TCP/IP, DNS, HTTP, VPN)

Security tools (SIEM, IDS/IPS)

Microsoft Windows environment expertise

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT related field or equivalent experience

Information Security certification (CEH or CISSP)

Tools

Vulnerability scanning tools

Firewalls

Endpoint protection tools

Job description

CEFCU Financial Services, Inc. in Peoria IL seeks a proactive Security Analyst. This role involves evaluating security events, identifying vulnerabilities, and addressing security issues to safeguard data.

The ideal candidate should possess a Bachelor’s degree in an IT related field or equivalent experience with 2-4 years in Security Operations. Knowledge of security principles, tools, and network protocols is essential. The position offers a full-time schedule and comprehensive benefits.