Security Analyst, Shadowspear

Zurich North America is currently hiring a Security Analyst, Shadowspear to join the Zurich Cyber team! You will be primarily responsible for continuous monitoring and vulnerability scanning using various security tools to identify and deter potential incidents, network intrusions and malware events. In addition, you will be deploying and maintaining our ShadowSpear Platform to assist in protecting our partners from falling victim to cybersecurity incidents..

Responsibilities

• Ongoing monitoring and alerting of Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) technologies
• Review and analyze log files for unusual or suspect activity
• Generate event tickets, triage, and validate alerts from Managed Detection and Response tools
• Analyze incident event data to develop preliminary root cause and corresponding remediation strategies
• Research, recommend, and implement appropriate information security solutions to our clients
• Conduct threat intelligence research
• Communicate/coordinate with our clients regarding alerts, project updates, and project statuses
•  Data collection, analysis, and report writing
• Engage in group collaborative projects and effectively work in a team setting
• Learn and utilize SpearTip’s ShadowSpear Platform
• Pursue continued technical education/certifications (at SpearTip’s expense)

Required:

•  Bachelors degree and 0 or more years of experience in the Information Technology area or Cyber Security area

             OR

• High School Diploma or Equivalent and 1 or more years experience in the Information Technology area or Cyber Security area and an Industry Certification

             AND

• MS Office experience

Preferred:

• Knowledge of cyber information security functions (Incident Response, Application Security, Threat Defense, Vulnerability Management, Threat Intelligence)
• Analytical and customer service skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Minimum 2 years of information technology education and/or experience
• Knowledge of incident handling procedures, Windows, and Linux operating systems
• Independent problem-solving skills
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Availability for short-term travel to support clients (less than 5% of time)
• Ability to work onsite in St Louis, MO
• We consider a candidate’s character, experience, potential, and desire to learn. For a strong candidate, we offer training and company-paid certifications to fill knowledge gaps.
• Industry certifications such as, but not limited to: A+, Network+, Server+, Security+, CyberSecurity Analyst+, and Penetration Tester+, PMP, CRISC, CEH, Security+, Comptia SEC+, GIAC
• We consider a candidate’s character, experience, potential, and desire to learn. For a strong candidate, we offer training and company-paid certifications to fill knowledge gaps.

As an insurance company, Zurich is subject to 18 U.S. Code § 1033.

As a condition of employment at Zurich, employees must adhere to any COVID-related health and safety protocols in place at that time (https://www.zurichna.com/careers/faq).

A future with Zurich. What can go right when you apply at Zurich?

Now is the time to move forward and make a difference. At Zurich, we want you to share your unique perspectives, experiences and ideas so we can grow and drive sustainable change together. As part of a leading global organization, Zurich North America has over 150 years of experience managing risk and supporting resilience. Today, Zurich North America is a leading provider of commercial property-casualty insurance solutions and a wide range of risk management products and services for businesses and individuals. We serve more than 25 industries, from agriculture to technology, and we insure 90% of the Fortune 500®. Our growth strategy is not limited to our business. As an employer, we strive to provide ongoing career development opportunities, and we foster an environment where voices are diverse, behaviors are inclusive, actions drive equity, and our people feel a sense of belonging. Be a part of the next evolution of the insurance industry. Join us in building a brighter future for our colleagues, our customers and the communities we serve. Zurich maintains a comprehensive employee benefits package for employees as well as eligible dependents and competitive compensation. Please click here to learn more.

As a global company, Zurich recognizes the diversity of our workforce as an asset. We recruit talented people from a variety of backgrounds with unique perspectives that are truly welcome here. Taken together, diversity and inclusion bring us closer to our common goal: exceeding our customers’ expectations. Zurich does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status. EOE disability/vet 

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Location(s): AM - St. Louis
Remote Working: Hybrid
Schedule: Full Time
Employment Sponsorship Offered: No  
 
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