Sr Cybersecurity Analyst

Company: Cengage Group
Location: Raleigh
Posted on: May 17, 2022

Job Description:

We believe in the power and joy of learning At Cengage Group, our employees have a direct impact in helping students around the world discover the power and joy of learning. We are bonded by our shared purpose - driving innovation that helps millions of learners improve their lives and achieve their dreams through education.
Our culture values diversity, engagement, and discoveryOur business is driven by our strong culture, and we know that creating an inclusive and diverse workplace is absolutely essential to the success of our company and our learners, as well as our individual well-being. We recognize the value of diverse perspectives in everything we do, and strive to ensure employees of all levels and backgrounds feel empowered to voice their ideas and bring their authentic selves to work. We achieve these priorities through inclusive programs, benefits, and initiatives that are integrated into the fabric of how we work every day. To learn more, please see https://www.cengagegroup.com/about/inclusion-and-diversity/.
The Sr. Cybersecurity Analyst will secure Cengage Group's infrastructure against insider and outsider threats. Working with the Cybersecurity Manager, they will investigate and seek for suspicious activity while operating innovative security tools for threat detection, response, and remediation. We are looking for diligent and curious people to be a part of our Global SOC team. As a member of this team, you'll take an integral role within a 24x7 operational SOC. You will be responsible for analyzing and defending Cengage's application, network, server, and end user environment in a multitude of situations. This role for the Cybersecurity team protects Cengage's customers, employees, brand, and data.
Position Description (Crucial Duties & Responsibilities):

• Performing ongoing security analysis and triage of endpoint, network, mobile, and cloud alerts.
• Participating in various stages of incident investigations and threat hunting engagements.
• Writing and delivering detailed investigation and analysis reports while maintaining user documentation.
• Engaging in cross-team interactions at all levels from SOC analysts to c-suite executives.
• Analyzing, triaging, and remediating security incidents within defined SLAs.
• Working closely with internal company teams
  Performance Metrics:
  
  • Closure time/rate for security defects
  • Ability to integrate security tools
  • Performance of network assessments
    Knowledge/Skills/Experience:
    
    • 5+ years of experience working in IT security
    • 4+ years of relevant cybersecurity experience in Incident Response, endpoint security, digital forensics, and a demonstrable understanding working in a 24x7/follow-the-sun SOC
    • Background and experience in the following is a must:
    • Malware analysis, Threat Intelligence, Incident Response, Reverse Engineering, or Digital Forensics.
    • Detailed knowledge of modern operating systems (Linux, OS X, & Windows)
    • Tried foundation in networking protocols and architectures
    • Experience with security tools and frameworks (NIST, SIEM, SOAR, etc.)
    • Experience with a scripting language (Python, Bash, PowerShell, Scala etc.)
    • Self-motivated and results-oriented; capable of leading and completing assignments without supervision
    • Good interpersonal skills and ability to handle a wide range of tasks and prioritize them on short notice
    • Motivation to constantly improve processes and methodologies
    • Ability to investigate a problem
    • Able both independently as well collaborate within a team in a remote work setting.
    • Good interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
    • Excellent written and oral communication skills, experience working with international customers
      Preferred
      
      • Bachelor or Master's degree in Cybersecurity, Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems Management, or similar.
      • Cybersecurity Certifications a plus
      • Experience with information security standard methodologies and security frameworks.
      • Experience with current cyber threats and tactics used to infiltrate computer networks
      • Experience with network intrusion detection and response operations
      • Proven background in networking
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        Cengage Group is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, marital status, parental status, cultural background, organizational level, work styles, tenure and life experiences. Or for any other reason. You may view Cengage's EEO/Affirmative Action Policy signed by CEO Michael Hansen and Equal Employment Opportunity is the Law notice by visiting their corresponding links.
        Cengage Group is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at accommodations.ta@cengage.com or you may call us at +1 (617) 289-7917.
        If you are a Colorado state resident, please email jobpostinginquiries@cengage.com to receive compensation information for this role. Please be sure to include this posting's job ID in the subject line of the email to help ensure a timely response.
        About Cengage GroupCengage Group, a global education technology company serving millions of learners, provides affordable, quality digital products and services that equip students with the skills and competencies needed to be job ready. For more than 100 years, we have enabled the power and joy of learning with trusted, engaging content, and now, integrated digital platforms. We serve the higher education, workforce skills, secondary education, English language teaching and research markets worldwide. Through our scalable technology, including MindTap and Cengage Unlimited, we support all learners who seek to improve their lives and achieve their dreams through education.

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