Information Technology Security Analyst

As a key member of the Security Operations team, the Security Analyst supports our production environment, protecting it from the latest information security threats. The Analyst is responsible for executing documented cyber threat management processes. The Security Analyst will focus on real-time security events analysis to protect the organization's electronic assets. Requires a strong and demonstrable passion for Information Security. Networking and prior IT experience is a plus.  Candidates must show willingness to learn, have strong self-directed work habits, demonstrate initiative, drive, creativity, self-assurance, and professionalism. Excellent teamwork skills are necessary. 

WHO YOU ARE

• Analytical and Creative. You have strong quantitative skills and are comfortable analyzing data, evaluating trends. You like thinking outside the box to come up with smart solutions to new challenges, and you embrace the opportunity to live in the gray.
• Knowledgeable. You have a broad-based familiarity with the latest technologies and systems  
• A Strong Communicator. Your writing and speaking skills are clear, articulate, and effective, demonstrating your ability to interact with and be understood by all levels and various teams across the organization.  In addition, you’re skilled in communicating in a non-technical manner with everyone from end users to senior management and also in a technical manner to other IT professionals. 
• A Problem Solver. You are a creative thinker who focuses on the problem as stated and gathers information to identify the root cause and achieve an appropriate solution. Your skillfulness in this area helps you determine how to best troubleshoot and support application technologies and systems. You also enjoy the challenge of resolving complex issues and providing guidance to IT business partners and end users.
• Organized, Efficient, and Accountable. You have a keen eye for detail and pride yourself on delivering quality work. You multitask well, re-prioritize accordingly, and meet deadlines consistently. Above all, you are flexible and able to juggle the needs of changing priorities of the business, even if that means an occasional after-hours project. 
• Passionate. Motivated. Eager to Learn.  You are resourceful, ask smart questions, challenge the status quo, and regularly seek to understand. You’re willing to learn a range of technology specialties, based on organizational or business partner needs. And when a special project arises, you volunteer!

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Execute Daily Incident Response Processes and Checklists.
• Manage the IR Incidents Lifecycle.
• Create actionable items out of threat intelligence feeds.
• Participate in red team blue team exercises.
• Perform research and data analysis of possible security events and proactively identify and communicate status.
• Document and investigate security incidents according to the security incident response policy.
• Resolve service impacting events, restore service and provide root cause analysis.
• Support team as necessary on high-priority high visibility problems
• Prepare ad-hoc analysis and reports as needed.
• This position does require 24 x 7 availability to support operations where necessary.
• Performs other duties as necessary.
• Represents the Company in a professional manner at all times. Consistently. maintains a professional courteous attitude when dealing with residents, coworkers and the general public.

PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE AND REQUIREMENTS

• 0 - 4 years of experience as an Incident Responder and Security Operations
• Understanding of the following areas:
  • Malware analysis processes
  • Threat intelligence activities.
  • Digital Forensics Incident Response
  • Threat Hunting
• Exposure to IP addressing and subnetting, routing protocols, VPN concepts, VLAN configuration and concepts and L2/L3 switching technologies.
• Candidates must possess a good understanding of DMZ architectures.
• Good layer 2 to layer 7 troubleshooting experience.
• Exposure to major system applications and databases.
• Good understanding and working knowledge of routing protocols.
• Must demonstrate strong analytical and problem solving skills 
• Ability to work independently with minimum supervision and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
• Detail oriented, conscientious, thorough and accurate analysis.
• Process orientated with the ability to clarify objectives, evaluate options, consider implications, assess risks, and make key decisions.
• Excellent interpersonal and facilitation skills along with effective communication (both written and verbal) skills.
• Good planning and problem solving skills.
• Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines and commitments in an environment that requires multitasking among concurrent projects.
• Ability to convey network concepts and issues to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• The candidate should have a demonstrated ability to write with clarity and accuracy.

Salary: $108,000 - $132,000 per year; in addition to base salary, a discretionary annual bonus is provided.

The successful candidate's starting pay will be determined based on job-related skills, experience, and qualifications.

Highlights of the wellbeing benefits for Full-time employees include:

• Physical Wellbeing: Medical, dental, vision care and wellness programs
• Social Wellbeing: Paid holidays, annual vacation time, paid sick leave, new parent benefits, adoption assistance
• Financial Wellbeing: Competitive Compensation, 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan, Rent Discounts, FSA/HSA, and company-paid life & disability insurance
• Community Wellbeing: Paid Community Service Hours
• Career Wellbeing: Leadership Development, Tuition Assistance

Learn more about our Total Wellbeing program here.

Working for Equity Residential (EQR), a leading multi-family real estate investment trust (REIT), means living our purpose: creating communities where people thrive. It means striving to provide the best in apartment living, speaking boldly about new ideas for innovation, and inspiring creativity in the ways we work together. 

Our portfolio of high-quality properties in urban growth markets – New York City, Boston, Washington DC, Seattle, San Francisco, Southern California, and Denver – provides homes where people most want to live, work and play. We've got the best people in the business, as evidenced by our employee engagement scores and customer loyalty ratings. That’s why our employees say they are proud to work at Equity, a company that gives our residents a place where they can Live Remarkably, and offers a culture where our employees have the opportunity to thrive.

Equity Rewards

When you join Equity Residential, you won’t be treated as simply another employee — you will be considered a partner in our shared success. As such, we are committed to investing in your personal success through a benefits program that supports your Total Wellbeing. 

We recognize that everyone has different needs outside of work. That’s why, in addition to a competitive benefits package (medical, dental, vision and paid time off), we offer many unique benefits options to employees, like a comprehensive wellness program, pet insurance, new parent benefits, and paid time off for community service projects. In addition to your next job, you can also find your next home with us! Rent discounts on Equity Residential apartment homes are available to our benefits-eligible employees. The amount of the discount offered is determined based on the market, ranging upwards from 20%. Learn more about our Total Wellbeing program here.

Equity Values

At Equity Residential, like our residents, our employees come from everywhere. A richly diverse work environment captures top talent, cultivates the best ideas, and creates the widest possible platform for success. By focusing on inclusion, these differences are harnessed to create value — in ideas, business practices, relationships, and employee engagement. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we are committed to maintaining a diverse, inclusive and equitable work environment where our employees can thrive. 

All aspects of the employment process are merit-based. Every Equity employee is expected to maintain a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment. Equity Residential does not discriminate against any employee or job applicant because of race, religion, color, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender, sexual/gender identity/expression, age, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation or related medical conditions), physical or mental disability, national origin, citizenship status, military (including uniformed service member or protected veteran) status, marital status, genetic characteristic or information, ancestry or any other characteristic protected by law. Equity Residential also prohibits retaliation against individuals who report harassment or discrimination, or participate in investigations into such conduct.