Senior Security Analyst

Thales; United States; Remote; USD 88,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in digital security is seeking a Senior Security Analyst who will address complex issues for enterprise customers, focusing on automated threats against web applications. The role will involve analyzing network traffic, collaborating with teams for security improvements, and mentoring junior staff, all while working remotely.

Benefits

Comprehensive health insurance

Retirement plans

Paid holidays

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years of experience in Cybersecurity or 5 years in Bot Management.
• Intermediate to advanced SQL skills required.
• Experience with scripting languages such as Python, Bash, or Go.

Responsibilities

• Analyze traffic datasets and investigate anomalies.
• Develop mitigation strategies against automated attacks.
• Mentor Security Analysts and lead security engagements.

Skills

Cybersecurity

Bot Management

Data Visualization

SQL

Scripting

Automation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science

Bachelor’s degree in Information Management

Tools

Tableau

Looker

Job description

Location: Texas_Remote_Worker, United States of America

Thales people architect identity management and data protection solutions at the heart of digital security. Business and governments rely on us to bring trust to the billions of digital interactions they have with people. Our technologies and services help banks exchange funds, people cross borders, energy become smarter, and much more. More than 30,000 organizations already rely on us to verify the identities of people and things, grant access to digital services, analyze vast quantities of information, and encrypt data to make the connected world more secure.

Remote - United States

Thales is hiring a Senior Security Analyst responsible for solving complex field issues for enterprise customers, focusing on combating automated threats targeting web applications, APIs, and mobile applications. The role involves analyzing large traffic datasets to identify patterns, collaborating with customers and internal teams to implement mitigation strategies, and investigating anomalies to provide detailed evidence for actions taken.

Key Areas of Responsibility

1. Become an Imperva Expert—understand how Imperva’s Bot Detection platform works and how bots attack websites.
2. Work with customers to understand issues caused by automated attacks and develop mitigation strategies.
3. Analyze customer network traffic and applications, providing recommendations to mitigate bot attacks and serve as an escalation point.
4. Engage with customers regularly on security issues within billable hours.
5. Participate in customer presentations.
6. Collaborate with internal threat research, data science, and product teams to deliver actionable intelligence for product improvements.
7. Mentor Security Analysts, sharing best practices and helping develop their skills.
8. Contribute to projects aimed at analysis efficiency.
9. Lead complex security engagements across strategic and enterprise accounts.

Minimum Requirements

1. Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Management, or a relevant technical field.
2. At least 7 years of experience in Cybersecurity or 5 years in Bot Management.
3. Experience with data visualization tools like Tableau and Looker, or willingness to learn.
4. Intermediate to advanced SQL skills.
5. Experience with scripting languages such as Python, Bash, or Go.
6. Ability to automate tasks and streamline operations for scalability.

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This position requires a successful background check. We consider qualified candidates with criminal history, in accordance with applicable laws.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration regardless of sex, race, religion, or other protected characteristics.

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The estimated Total Target Compensation (TTC) range is $88,749.02 - $179,179.52 USD annually, including base salary and variable pay. Compensation depends on experience, skills, and other factors.

For internal candidates, contact HR Shared Service for more information.

Thales offers comprehensive benefits, including health insurance, retirement plans, paid holidays, and more.