Senior Information Security Ops Analyst

BETA Technologies; South Burlington (VT); On-site; USD 115,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Restricted Stock Units

Performance Stock Units

Onsite healthcare

Comprehensive medical coverage

Flight lessons

Job summary

BETA Technologies in South Burlington, VT, is seeking a Senior Information Security Analyst to enhance our cyber defense operations. In this pivotal role, you will lead incident response activities and mentor junior security professionals while shaping our security program.

The ideal candidate will have at least 7 years of experience in information security and a strong background in incident response and security controls. We offer a competitive salary along with comprehensive benefits and the opportunity to work in an innovative environment dedicated to electric aviation.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of hands-on information security operational experience.
• 5+ years of incident response and forensics experience.
• Demonstrated expertise in security controls design and assessment.

Responsibilities

• Lead incident response activities and mentor junior analysts.
• Manage critical incident investigations from detection to remediation.
• Design and implement security controls across the enterprise.

Skills

Incident response

Security controls design

Mentoring

Analytical skills

AI/ML technologies

Education

Relevant security certifications (GIAC, CISSP, CEH, or equivalent)

Tools

SIEM platforms

Endpoint detection and response (EDR)

Programming/Scripting in Python, PowerShell

Job description

At BETA Technologies, we apply our intellectual curiosity, passion for aviation, and commitment to sustainability toward a shared mission of revolutionizing electric aviation. Regardless of the position one holds, each team member brings their talent and desire to positively impact the environment and lives of others in a refreshing, vibrant, and inclusive culture.

BETA Technologies is seeking an experienced Senior Information Security Analyst to join our Information Security division. This is a pivotal role for a seasoned security professional who is ready to take on greater responsibility while continuing to build and strengthen our cyber defense operations. You will be instrumental in driving our incident response capabilities, security controls architecture, and emerging defense technologies while mentoring the next generation of security talent.

This position is designed for someone with a clear trajectory toward senior leadership roles in information security and the operational excellence to get there.

How you will contribute to revolutionizing electric aviation:

• Lead and Mentor: Oversee incident response activities, manage triage and analysis workflows, and mentor junior security analysts to develop their technical and investigative capabilities
• Incident Response Operations: Serve as a senior responder for critical incidents; lead IR investigations from initial detection through root cause analysis and remediation; develop post-incident playbooks and lessons learned
• Security Controls: Design, implement, and optimize security controls across the enterprise; conduct control assessments, gap analyses, and recommendations for control enhancements
• Cyber Program Development: Contribute to the strategic growth and maturation of our information security program, including process improvements, tool optimization, and capability building
• AI-Driven Defense: Research, evaluate, and operationalize AI/ML solutions to enhance threat detection, anomaly identification, and security automation; work with security teams to integrate intelligent tools into our defense posture
• Threat Intelligence & Analysis: Conduct advanced threat analysis, develop indicators of compromise, and translate threat intelligence into actionable defensive measures
• Compliance & Documentation: Ensure all security activities align with regulatory requirements; maintain comprehensive documentation of security incidents, controls, and remediation efforts
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work with IT operations, engineering, and business units to embed security into processes and systems

Minimum Qualifications:

• 7+ years of hands-on information security operational experience
• 5+ years of incident response and forensics experience (including triage, analysis, containment, and eradication)
• Demonstrated expertise in security controls design, implementation, and assessment
• Proven ability to mentor and develop junior security professionals
• Significant experience leading or contributing to the growth and maturation of information security programs
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to work under pressure
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Relevant security certifications (GIAC, CISSP, CEH, or equivalent)
• Experience with SIEM platforms, endpoint detection and response (EDR), and security orchestration tools

Above and Beyond Qualifications:

• AI/ML in Cybersecurity: Hands-on experience implementing or leveraging machine learning and AI technologies to enhance detection, threat hunting, or automated response
• Enterprise Security Tools: Familiarity with platforms like Splunk, Elastic, CrowdStrike, Sentinel, or similar
• Threat Hunting: Advanced experience in proactive threat hunting and using data science techniques to identify threats
• Programming/Scripting: Proficiency in Python, PowerShell, or similar languages to automate security tasks
• Software assurance: Record of improving the security of applications through code review.
• Cloud Security: Experience securing cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP)
• Industry Leadership: History of speaking, publishing, or contributing thought leadership in the security community

The wage listed here reflects our best faith estimate for this role. We pay competitively and base compensation on a variety of factors including skills, experience, industry background, and the evolving needs of the role. We remain committed to fair and equitable pay and we’re happy to discuss during the interview process.

Compensation

$115,000—$145,000 USD

Build electric airplanes with us!

BETA offers a competitive Total Compensation package designed to support you now and as you grow with us. This role includes both Restricted Stock Units and Performance Stock Units for all full-time team members, so everyone shares in our success. You’ll have access to onsite healthcare in Vermont, comprehensive medical coverage, dental and vision, short- and long-term disability, and paid parental leave. We also take care of the everyday details with daily lunch provided, and yes—flight lessons are part of the experience, along with a range of additional perks that make work here genuinely rewarding.

We encourage all driven candidates to apply, even if they do not meet every listed qualification.

We are an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner on race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state, or local law. BETA complies with all applicable federal, state and local non-discrimination laws and does not tolerate discrimination of any kind in our workplace.

Employment offers are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. BETA Technologies participates in E-Verify.