Purpose of job
We are currently seeking a talented info security analyst - senior level for our san antonio, plano, phoenix, or 100% remote work environment location(s).
Investigates, analyzes, and responds to security anomalies and events (e.gSuspicious behavior, attacks, and security breaches) within usaa’s environments using a variety of cyber defense tools to detect and respond to threatsConducts vulnerability, security configuration, and/or penetration testing assessments of systems and networksIdentifies cyber threats, analyzes operational impacts, and communicates to appropriate stakeholdersStays current with latest information security threats, exploits, trends, and intelligence.
Job requirements
About usaa
Usaa knows what it means to serveWe facilitate the financial security of millions of u.sMilitary members and their familiesThis singular mission requires a dedication to innovative thinking at every level.
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Primary responsibilities
Researches and analyzes the latest information security vulnerabilities, threats, exploits, trends and intelligenceShares intelligence with peer teams
Conducts advanced vulnerability management, security configuration assessments, and/or penetration testing operations and manages the resulting findingsDevelops analysts through training and knowledge sharing activities.
Monitors internal and external networks, systems, and applications for advanced security anomalies and events (e.gSuspicious behavior, attacks, and security breaches)Trains analysts in incident detection and response.
Responds to cyber incidents, performing detailed analysis using complex security tools to determine root cause and impactMust use a broad range of demonstrated experience (e.gForensics, networking, servers, coding, etc.) to determine a malicious actor`s tactics, techniques and proceduresTrains new analysts in incident detection and response.
Uses the discoveries from the incident response process to make significant and/or complex improvements to the existing detection capabilities, operational processes and security controls.
Prepares and delivers written and/or verbal briefs with recommendations to senior leadership on latest threats, alerts, incidents, and improvements.
Provides insight on issues and serves as a mentor and coach to peers and team members for assigned area of responsibility.
Identifies and manages existing and emerging risks that stem from business activities and ensures risks associated with business activities are effectively identified, measured, monitored, and controlled.
Follows written risk and compliance policies and procedures for business activities.
Minimum requirements
Bachelor`s degree in related field of study, or 4 additional years of related experience beyond the minimum required.
6 or more years of related experience in information security, cybersecurity and/or information technology to include accountability for complex tasks and/or projects.
4 or more years of related experience in incident response, information assurance, forensics and/or cyber intelligence
Advanced level of business acumen in the areas of business operations, risk management, industry practices and emerging trends.
Preferred qualifications
Experience defining process, standards, and roadmaps related to vulnerability management or governance, especially within a cybersecurity framework such as nist
Experience assessing and remediating vulnerability risk / impact to the business
Experience aggregating data from a variety of sources / media types and consolidating the data into digestible, actionable reports
Experience with risk and compliance reporting
Experience defining, measuring, and reporting risk and performance metrics related to vulnerability management
Experience with qualys, servicenow secops, defect dojo, or prisma, or in integrating these toolsets
Experience in windows, linux, and ios technologies, especially in remediation or reporting of vulnerabilities
The above description reflects the details considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job and should not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be performed in the job.
Compensation
Usaa has an effective process for assessing market data and establishing ranges to ensure we remain competitiveYou are paid within the salary range based on your experience and market positionThe salary range for this position is: $106,800 - $192,300 *(this does not include geographic differential it may be applied based on your work location)Employees may be eligible for pay incentives based on overall corporate and individual performance or at the discretion of the usaa board of directors.
Geographical differential: geographic pay differential is additional pay provided to eligible employees working in locations where market pay levels are above the national average.
Shift premium will be addressed on an individual-basis for applicable roles that are consistently scheduled for non-core hours.
Benefits
At usaa our employees enjoy best-in-class benefits to support their physical, financial, and emotional wellnessThese benefits include comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans, 401(k), pension, life insurance, parental benefits, adoption assistance, paid time off program with paid holidays plus 16 paid volunteer hours, and various wellness programsAdditionally, our career path planning and continuing education assists employees with their professional goalsPlease visit usaa total rewards for more details.
Relocation assistance is not available for this position.
