Senior Security Analyst

RXinsider LTD.; Santa Barbara (CA); On-site; USD 98,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Yardi is seeking a Senior Security Analyst to lead incident response, analyze threats, and mentor junior staff. You will translate complex alerts into actionable intelligence and drive improvements in detection and response through automation.

This role requires a strong foundation in SOC operations, hands-on experience with EDR/SIEM, and scripting skills across PowerShell, Bash, or Python. You’ll work across teams to reduce risk and strengthen security posture in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in information technology, information security, computer science, or related field.
• 5+ years in security solutions, information/endpoint/network security, and SOC.
• Professional Security Certification.
• Advanced knowledge of incident response processes and root cause determination.
• Proficiency with security technologies (EDR, NDR, IPS, WAF, SIEM).
• Strong networking knowledge (TCP/IP) and security methodologies.
• Proficiency with Windows, Mac, Linux; scripting skills.
• Mentorship and cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyze security events and logs to detect potential threats and conduct in-depth investigations.
• Lead incident response efforts, ensuring rapid identification, containment, and mitigation of security threats with minimal business impact.
• Perform advanced threat analysis and root cause investigations, incorporating threat intelligence into proactive threat hunting activities.
• Design, implement, and enhance security detections, automations, and mitigation strategies to strengthen overall security posture.
• Provide escalation support and mentorship to level I and II analysts while collaborating cross-functionally to resolve incidents and drive corrective actions.

Skills

Incident response

Threat analysis

Automation scripting

Team mentorship

SIEM knowledge

Networking fundamentals

Windows/Linux

Scripting

Education

Bachelor's degree in information technology or information security

Tools

PAN XSIAM

XSOAR

EDR

WAF

SIEM

Job description

About The Role

Step into the front line of cyber defense as our next Senior Security Analyst-where curiosity meets expertise and no two days are ever the same. In this role, you won't just respond to threats—you'll outsmart them. From leading high-stakes incident response to mentoring the next generation of analysts, you'll be the go-to expert who transforms complex alerts into actionable intelligence. If you thrive on solving digital mysteries, love digging deep into root causes, and enjoy building smarter, faster security operations through automation and innovation, this is your chance to make a real impact.

What You'll Do

• Monitor and analyze security events and logs to detect potential threats and conduct in-depth investigations


• Lead incident response efforts, ensuring rapid identification, containment, and mitigation of security threats with minimal business impact


• Perform advanced threat analysis and root cause investigations, incorporating threat intelligence into proactive threat hunting activities


• Design, implement, and enhance security detections, automations, and mitigation strategies to strengthen overall security posture


• Provide escalation support and mentorship to level I and II analysts while collaborating cross-functionally to resolve incidents and drive corrective actions

Who You Are

• Bachelor's degree in information technology, information security, computer science, or related field


• Five plus (5+) years of experience working with security solutions and technologies


• Five plus (5+) years of experience working with information/endpoint/network security


• Five plus (5+) years of Security Operations Center experience


• Professional Security Certification


• Advanced knowledge of security incident response processes and root cause determination


• Demonstrated proficiency with Information Security technologies (EDR, NDR, IPS, WAF, SIEM, etc.)


• Comprehensive understanding of networking protocols (TCP/IP), security methodologies (ACL/NAC), and topologies


• Advanced proficiency with Windows, Mac, and Linux workstation and server operating systems


• Proficiency with scripting (PowerShell, Bash, Python)


• Excellent critical thinking and problem-solving skills


• Ability to communicate effectively with other team members and across functional business units


• Excellent attention to detail and proven ability to follow through to completion


• Demonstrated knowledge of SQL


• Deep knowledge of advanced TTPs


• Demonstrated mentorship and training capabilities


• Proven success analyzing, responding, and remediating network intrusions, web application, and server attacks


• Solid understanding of Information Security Methodology


• Proven ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced and deadline-driven environment

Ideal To Have

• Experience with Endpoint Protection Platforms (PAN XSIAM or XSOAR preferred), Network Intrusion Protection Systems, and Web Application Firewalls


• Experience with SIEM and Security Automation including authoring SIEM dashboards and widgets using advanced queries


• Experience leading incident management process


• Experience with integrating threat intelligence into advanced threat hunting


• Experience creating security tooling, scripts, and automation

Real Estate runs on Yardi. About Us:

Yardi pioneers the property tech industry by seamlessly blending 40 years of tradition with forward-thinking innovation. We've created a team of over 10,000 employees in over 40 locations around the globe dedicated to making great real estate software products.

Discover the Yardi Difference:

Yardi is more than just a software company - we are dedicated to creating a positive impact in our communities. Annually, Yardi extends philanthropic support to organizations chosen by our employees. Our team has contributed to over 350 nonprofits globally, demonstrating our commitment to various causes and communities.

Our award-winning culture, consistently recognized by Glassdoor's prestigious "Best Place to Work", fosters support, collaboration, and growth. We prioritize your well-being with comprehensive benefits, including 100% paid employee medical premiums, company profit-sharing plan, and flexible work arrangements.

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Annual Salary Range: $97,600-$109,800

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