Cyber Security Analyst III

Syniverse is the world’s most connected company. Whether we’re developing the technology that enables intelligent cars to safely react to traffic changes or freeing travelers to explore by keeping their devices online wherever they go, we believe in leading the world forward.  Which is why we work with some of the world’s most recognized brands. Eight of the top 10 banks. Four of the top 5 global technology companies. Over 900 communications providers. And how we’re able to provide our incredible talent with an innovative culture and great benefits.

Who We're Looking For

The Cyber Security Analyst III is responsible for handling advanced, complex, and ever-changing threats which could affect the Syniverse brand and/or business operations. Syniverse is seeking a strong self-managed and lead capable individual to contribute to cross team guidance while delivering against enterprise level cyber security programs. This position drives delivery for the implementation, monitoring, and continuous improvement of Security Operations Centers (SOCs) and Cyber Fusion Center, Threat Intelligence, Incident Handling & Response and Data Protection practices.

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Some of What You'll Do

Scope of the Role: 

 

·       Direct Reports:  This is an individual contributor role with no direct reports. 

 

Key Responsibilities 

·       Responsible for data collection, review and analysis on internal and external threats and attacks, including but not limited to alert response, Root Cause Analysis and some forensic level tasking.

·       Reduce threat landscaping by accurately representing vulnerabilities and risk through investigations and presenting the findings through proper procedures to the appropriate leadership.

·       Continuously enhance security environment through process, procedure, automation, or collaboration.

·       Manage events from a wide range or sources, such as user reported incidents or Security monitoring systems, and appropriately triage and route to appropriate business members for review response and remediation.

·       Address identified and confirmed security events in a timely manner and provide actionable recommendations for the business to conduct in response.

·       Act as an Incident Commander and a senior representative of the SOC, taking ownership of event investigations.

·       Contribute to the development and organization of Cyber Security and Data Protection program management, threat intelligence, defense monitoring and vulnerability management. 

·       Investigate available tools and countermeasures to create remedy recommendations for detected events. Analyze and assess damage to the data/infrastructure as a result of security incidents, examines available recovery tools and processes, and recommends solutions.

·       Manage and maintain the creation, tracking, actioning and proper closure of alert tickets and reported events to the SOC.

·       Collaborate and contribute to the development and organization of Cyber Security and Data Protection program management, threat intelligence, defense monitoring and vulnerability management. 

Experience, Education, and Certifications: 

 

·       BS in Computer Science, Information Systems, related field, or equivalent work experience. 

·       5+ years of experience as a security practitioner preferred and desired leadership roles.

·       Certification as a CISSP, CISA and/or CFE, or GIAC certification(s) (desired).

·       Technology experience with the following: Vulnerability management tools, SIEM, SOAR, advanced cyber security tools, Firewall and router configuration, switches, secure network architecture, VPNs, PKI, Portals, Cisco, network monitoring technologies, Solaris, AIX , HP-UX, Red Hat Linux, Checkpoint, IPSEC, SSL, SSH, VPN, Ethernet Token Ring, WAP, SMTP, FTP, Frame Relay, WAN, ATM, FDDI, DSL, ISDN, HP Openview, Radius, F5, Nessus, security tools and facilities. 

 

Additional Requirements: 

 

·       Advanced understanding of Cyber Security and Data Protection. 

·       Advanced telecommunications and wireless industry knowledge.

·       Self Sufficient and Self Motivated.

·       Strong written, oral communication and analytic skills.

·       Working knowledge of Project Management discipline and process.

·       Organization, leadership and facilitation skills.

·       Troubleshooting skills.

·       Knowledge of common Security Policies/Practices.

·       Moderate Security Application knowledge.

·       Advanced industry knowledge.

·       Advanced knowledge in SOC operations, Vulnerability Management, Incident Handling & Response and Data Protection practices.

·       Advanced level of awareness of current attack vectors.

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Why You Should Join Us

Join us as we write a new chapter, guided by world-class leadership. Come be a part of an exciting and growing organization where we offer a competitive total compensation, flexible/remote work and with a leadership team committed to fostering an inclusive, collaborative, and transparent organizational culture.

At Syniverse connectedness is at the core of our business. We believe diversity, equity, and inclusion among our employees is crucial to our success as a global company as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people who want to help us connect the world.

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