Senior Associate Incident & Threat Analyst (SOC Analyst)

Discover; Riverwoods (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 113,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in digital banking is seeking a cybersecurity analyst to enhance security measures for millions of customers. In this role, you'll analyze incidents, mitigate threats, and conduct investigations using various tools. You'll also have opportunities for career advancement and professional development in a collaborative environment that values compliance and risk management. With a competitive compensation package and comprehensive benefits, this role offers a chance to make a significant impact in the field of cybersecurity.

Benefits

Paid Time Off

401(k) plan

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Qualifications

• 2+ years experience in Information Security or related field.
• Relevant certifications such as GIAC, Security+, or Network+.

Responsibilities

• Analyze incidents and mitigate threats to enhance cybersecurity.
• Conduct data mining to investigate anomalous activity.

Skills

Cybersecurity

Data Analytics

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science

Bachelor’s degree in Information Security

Tools

Cybersecurity tools

Job description

Employer Industry: Digital Banking and Payments

Why consider this job opportunity:
- Salary up to $113,000
- Additional incentives as part of a competitive total compensation package
- Comprehensive benefits including Paid Time Off, 401(k) plan, and medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Opportunities for career advancement and professional development
- Collaborative work environment that values compliance and risk management
- Chance to contribute to improving cybersecurity measures for millions of customers

What to Expect (Job Responsibilities):
- Analyze incidents and identify and mitigate threats to enhance cybersecurity
- Perform detailed investigations using various tools and data sources
- Provide mitigation services for identified threats and security incidents
- Create and maintain documentation of technical procedures and processes
- Conduct data mining to uncover and investigate anomalous activity

What is Required (Qualifications):
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field
- Minimum of 2 years experience in Information Security, Computer Science, Data Analytics, or a related field
- In lieu of a degree, a minimum of 4 years experience in Cybersecurity, Software Engineering, Data Analytics, or a related field
- Technical proficiency of Advanced Beginner on the Dreyfus Cybersecurity scale for internal applicants
- Ability to operate standard office equipment and perform tasks primarily indoors

How to Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications):
- Relevant certifications such as GIAC, Security+, or Network+
- Experience with incident handling and threat intelligence
- Familiarity with cybersecurity tools and techniques
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Effective communication and documentation abilities

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