Associate Incident & Threat Analyst (SOC Analyst / 3rd Shift)

Discover. A brighter future. With us, you’ll do meaningful work from Day 1. Our collaborative culture is built on three core behaviors: We Play to Win, We Get Better Every Day & We Succeed Together. And we mean it — we want you to grow and make a difference at one of the world's leading digital banking and payments companies. We value what makes you unique so that you have an opportunity to... shine. Come build your future, while being the reason millions of people find a brighter financial future with Discover. Job Description: What You’ll Do Analyzes security events to identify threats to the environment. Contributes to incident monitoring, handling, and response activities. Performs thorough analysis and problem solve to improve cyber defense technology, processes, and procedures. Actively manages and escalates risk and customer-impacting issues within the day-to-day role to management. How You’ll Do It Monitors aggregated security events to detect malicious activity. Ensures proper handling of security incidents for containment and remediation. Perform detailed analysis of security incidents to the fullest extent of the data available. Evaluate external threats and zero-day vulnerabilities for applicability to the environment. Perform in-depth analysis of security issues or vulnerabilities. Proposes tunes for rules, filters, and policies to improve detection accuracy and visibility Review documentation of runbooks, alert logic, policies, and procedures. Produce actionable intelligence in the form of reports, cases, notifications, and briefings Recognize security violations and report incidents as required. Internal applicants only: technical proficiency rating of Novice on the Dreyfus Cyber engineering scale.

Minimum Qualifications

At a minimum, here’s what we need from you: Bachelors – Computer Science or Information Security 0 years of experience in Information Security, Application Security, Security Engineering or related In liu of education 2+ years of experience in Cybersecurity, Software Engineering, Data Analytics or related Physical and Cognitive Requirements The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable a qualified individual with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position as required by federal, state, and local laws: Primarily remain in a stationary position. Primarily performed indoors in an office setting Ability to operate office equipment such as but not limited to computer, telephone, printer, and calculator. Ability to communicate verbally.; Ability to communicate in written form. Bonus Points If You Have GIAC Security+ Network+ External applicants will be required to perform a technical interview. Discover will not sponsor or transfer employment work visas for this position. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Application Deadline: The application window for this position is anticipated to close on Nov-12-2024. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible. The posting may be available past this date, but it is not guaranteed. Compensation: The base pay for this position generally ranges between $58,500.00 to $90,900.00. Additional incentives may be provided as part of a market competitive total compensation package. Factors, such as but not limited to, geographical location, relevant experience, education, and skill level may impact the pay for this position. Benefits: We also offer a range of benefits and programs based on eligibility. These benefits include: Paid Parental Leave Paid Time Off 401(k) Plan Medical, Dental, Vision, & Health Savings Account STD, Life, LTD and AD&D Recognition Program Education Assistance Commuter Benefits Family Support Programs Employee Stock Purchase Plan Learn more at mydiscoverbenefits.com. What are you waiting for? Apply today! All Discover employees place our customers at the very center of our work. To deliver on our promises to our customers, each of us contribute every day to a culture that values compliance and risk management. Discover is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Discover is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or other legally protected status. (Know Your Rights & Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision) Discover complies with federal, state, and local laws applicable to qualified individuals with disabilities and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations. If you require a reasonable accommodation to search for a position, to complete an application, and/or to participate in an interview, please email [email protected]. Any information you provide regarding your accommodation needs will be kept confidential and will only be used to determine and provide necessary accommodation. Discover is a great place to work and our employees are why. You’ll find yourself collaborating with some of the industry’s smartest and most reliable professionals; who reward dedication, value innovation and support growth. At Discover, you can be a reason millions of consumers spend smarter and manage debt better. We are all about people and whatever your background, experience, or goals, you'll find something different here Apply Job!