Globe Life · 1 day ago
IT Security Analyst II (Remote)
United States
Full-time
Remote
Senior Level
5+ years expGlobe Life is committed to empowering its employees and is seeking an IT Security Analyst II to join the team. The role focuses on safeguarding the organization’s systems and data by detecting, analyzing, and responding to security threats in real-time.
Financial ServicesInsurance
Responsibilities
Monitor and analyze security alerts and events from SIEM, EDR, and other security platforms to identify and triage potential threats
Conduct proactive threat hunting across endpoint, network, and cloud environments to detect signs of compromise or malicious activity
Investigate security incidents, determine root cause, assess impact, and assist with containment and remediation
Collaborate with IT, engineering, and business teams to validate findings and implement corrective actions
Develop and fine-tune detection rules, threat indicators, and automated response workflows within SIEM and EDR platforms
Maintain documentation for detection use cases, incident response procedures, and threat hunting playbooks
Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance monitoring capabilities, logging coverage, and alert fidelity
Stay informed on emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and relevant tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs)
Provide coaching and mentoring to junior analysts to develop their technical and investigative skills
Support broader security initiatives as needed, including red/purple team engagements, tabletop exercises, and post-incident reviews
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Information Systems, or Information Assurance, or equivalent work experience
Minimum of 5+ years of experience in IT Security, Identity and Access Management, or related skills required
Certifications such as Security+, CySA+, GCIA, GCIH, or equivalent
Familiarity with cloud security monitoring tools (e.g., AWS GuardDuty, CloudTrail, Azure Defender)
Experience with security automation or scripting (e.g., Python, PowerShell)
Exposure to FAIR risk analysis or other quantitative/qualitative risk frameworks
Prior experience in a SOC or threat detection environment
Hands-on experience with SIEM (e.g., LogRhythm, Splunk, QRadar) and EDR platforms (e.g., CrowdStrike, SentinelOne)
Proficiency in detecting and responding to security incidents, including log analysis, endpoint investigations, and network threat identification
Strong understanding of cyber threat TTPs and familiarity with frameworks such as MITRE ATT&CK
Experience in threat hunting across endpoint, cloud, or hybrid environments
Knowledge of key information security domains: access control, vulnerability management, incident response, and business continuity
Working knowledge of security and privacy regulations/frameworks such as HIPAA, PCI-DSS, and NYDFS
Foundational understanding of ISO 27001/27002 and NIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF); familiarity with NIST 800-30 and 800-39 is a plus
Understanding of threat and vulnerability concepts, including CVEs, IOCs, IOAs, malware behavior, lateral movement, and persistence mechanisms
Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to present complex information clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences
Collaborative mindset with experience working in cross-functional teams and mentoring junior staff
Ability to be a proactive learner who stays current on emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and cybersecurity best practices
Reliable and predictable attendance of your assigned shift
Ability to work full time and/or part time based on the position specifications
Preferred
CISSP, CRISC, CISA, or CISM certification (Strongly Preferred)
Benefits
Competitive compensation designed to reflect your expertise and contribution.
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans because your well-being is fundamental to your performance.
Robust life insurance benefits and retirement plans, including company-matched 401k and pension plan.
Paid holidays and time off to support a healthy work-life balance.
Parental leave to help our employees welcome their new additions.
Subsidized all-in-one subscriptions to support your fitness, mindfulness, nutrition, and sleep goals.
Company-paid counseling for assistance with mental health, stress management, and work-life balance.
Continued education reimbursement eligibility and company-paid FLMI and ICA courses to grow your career.
Discounted Texas Rangers tickets for a proud visit to Globe Life Field.
Company
Globe Life
Globe Life is an insurance company.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$250M2024-08-15Post Ipo Debt· $250M
2019-08-09IPO
Leadership Team
Frank Svoboda
Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
Recent News
PR Newswire
2025-11-07
2025-10-29
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