Sr. Information Security Specialist

Trend Micro, a global cybersecurity leader, helps make the world safe for exchanging digital information. Fueled by decades of security expertise, world-leading global threat research and intelligence, and continuous innovation, our cybersecurity platform protects hundreds of thousands of organizations and millions of individuals across clouds, networks, devices, and endpoints

With 7,000 employees across 65 countries, and the world’s most advanced global threat research and intelligence, Trend Micro enables organizations to simplify and secure their connected world. TrendMicro.com

Location: This is an on-site position in our Las Colinas, TX office.

Position Summary:

As an Information Security Specialist in the Americas, you will monitor and coordinate daily information security processes.  This is a critical role that will work in conjunction with the Corp. InfoSec group to identify and remediate threats with the IT department. The InfoSec Specialist is a key player in keeping the TrendMicro Americas offices’ data safe and secure.

You will work closely with the Corp. InfoSec and Americas IT groups to fully understand TrendMicro Americas' Information Security-related policies, procedures, and risk profile. Leveraging best-in-class tools and solutions, the incumbent routinely responds to audit findings, logs, tickets, and vulnerability scans related to our IS posture ensuring we remain compliant with those policies and procedures while improving the TrendMicro’s overall risk profile.

Our successful candidate will have experience working in information security and/or network administration in a results-driven environment. It is critical that applicants have solid experience working on firewalls, and Windows Servers/PC’s as this role constantly works to resolve vulnerabilities in those systems. Experience working with routers and switches is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities:

• Uses system reporting tools for security monitoring and carrying out vulnerability remediation priorities.

• Monitors and responds to security alerts and incidents. Cooperates with the Corp. InfoSec/Americas IT team to examine any security incidents or breaches to determine their root cause and carry out the determined remediation.

• Ensures the company’s compliance with existing policies & procedures including verification of completed backups and data storage.

• Ensure accurate and detailed documentation of incident response activities, including analysis, actions taken, and lessons learned. Collaborate with knowledge management teams to maintain up-to-date incident response playbooks.

• Implement and maintain Cybersecurity measures and protocols to digital files and information systems against unauthorized access, modification and/or destruction.

• Monitor and follow up with the vulnerability system owner to make sure the vulnerability management maintains compliance.

• Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, including forensics, threat intelligence, IT, and network administrators. Clearly communicate technical information and incident-related updates to management and stakeholders.

• Develop and operationalize advanced security analytics use cases to detect and respond to sophisticated cyber threats in real-time

• Conducting regular IT audits to ensure compliance with established standards and frameworks

• Monitor the performance of security analytics and automation processes regularly, identifying areas for improvement and taking proactive measures to enhance their efficacy

• Coordinates internal and external testing including designing and performing phishing tests.

• Assists in the 3rd party vendor selection process, specifically to verify that vendors comply with existing information security standards

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent work experience)

• 5+ years of experience supporting large-scale IT/Security related projects

• 3+ years of experience supporting incident response in an enterprise-level Security Operations Center (SOC)

• Experience with enterprise ticketing systems like Jira

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to work independently and in a team environment to identify errors, pinpoint root causes, and devise solutions with minimal oversight.

• Ability to learn and function in multiple capacities and learn quickly.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills

• A deep understanding of cybersecurity principles, incident response methodologies, and a proactive mindset to ensure our SOC operates effectively in a high-pressure environment.

• Strong experience with security technologies, including SIEM, IDS/IPS, EDR, and network monitoring tools

Preferred Qualifications:

• Industry certifications (CISSP, GCIH, GCFA, CEH, or equivalent).

• Willingness to travel domestically or internationally up to 30%.

• Availability for international video conferences and off-hours incident response.

• Domain knowledge in security (Windows, macOS, Linux, risk management, network security, wired/wireless security, enterprise architecture) with the ability to advise and interpret the strong and weak points of each.

Additional Skills:

• Self-motivated and fast learner, able to work with minimal supervision.

• Experience conducting security awareness campaigns.

• Knowledge of FedRAMP, HIPAA, GDPR.

• Experience with public cloud security (AWS/Azure/GCP).

• Practical experience in penetration testing, threat hunting, information security management, computer forensics, incident response, or risk management.

DEI Commitment:

Not meeting every single requirement? At Trend Micro, we're committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and genuine workplace. If you're enthusiastic about this position but find that your experience and background don't perfectly match every qualification listed in the job posting, we still encourage you to apply. You could very well be the ideal candidate for this position or others within our organization.

What We Offer You:

You're important to us. What matters to you, matters to us too. Trend Micro provides benefit options for you and your family.

• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision insurance

• Life insurance

• Short & Long Term Disability 

• Pre-partum, maternity, parental and medical leave

• Mental Health Wellness Program

• Adoption Assistance

• Wellness Incentive

• Pet Insurance

• 401(k) with company match

• Paid Time Off

• 14 Annual Holidays

• Tuition Assistance

• Employee Resource Groups

We offer competitive compensation with bonus opportunity tied to company performance, along with room to enhance your skills through ongoing learning and broad technological opportunities. Achieving work-life balance is a priority, complemented by team activities, fostering an environment rooted in equity, inclusion, and collaboration, that is reflected in both our culture and our work.

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