Cybersecurity Operations Associate

Responsibilities

• Security Tooling Operation: Operation and optimization of security tools, including but not limited to Azure Security (DLP, Compliance), Microsoft Defender (Endpoint, Cloud, Email), Rapid 7 (Vulnerability Management, SIEM) and Cisco Umbrella solutions. Evaluate, analyze, and deploy security technologies to enhance the organization's overall security posture.
• Incident Response and Threat Mitigation: Lead and participate in incident response activities, investigating security incidents and implementing corrective actions. Collaborate with teams to develop and implement proactive measures to mitigate potential security threats.
• Scripting and Automation: Develop and maintain scripts to automate security processes and tasks. Integrate security solutions into existing workflows for improved efficiency.
• Vulnerability Management and Attack Surface Reduction: Operate vulnerability management program and coordinate vulnerability remediation efforts with respective technology teams.
• Emerging Threats: Leverage public and proprietary threat intelligence feeds to identify new and emerging threats that we must prepare to defend against.

• A four-year college degree or equivalent industry training and certifications (e.g., CEH, CISM, CompTIA Security+, CISSP, GSEC)
• Three to six years of experience in a security analyst or related position; preferably within the financial services industry.
• Strong understanding of Microsoft’s enterprise technology platform, including Azure, Active Directory, SQL, Office
  365, and the Windows server and desktop operating systems.
• Familiarity with industry frameworks, such as NIST, CIS-18 and ISO.
• Demonstrated expertise in managing security tools (SIEM, DLP, SOAR, IAM, EndPoint, IDPS).
• In-depth experience administering vulnerability management solutions such as Nessus, Qualys, Rapid7, or similar.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills and the ability to organize work in a logical, thorough, and succinct manner.
• Strong scripting and automation skills (Python, Power Shell, etc.).
• Highly self-motivated, results-orientated, and self-directed to handle multiple ongoing tasks.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing assignments and ability to effectively prioritize.
• Effective written and verbal English communication at all levels.
• Demonstrated ability to operate and innovate in a small team with a fast‑paced environment, balancing both strategic and tactical needs.