Barclays · 10 hours ago
Senior Cyber Operations Analyst - AVP
Whippany, NJ
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$125K/yr - $170K/yr
5+ years expBarclays is redefining the future of banking and is seeking a Senior Cyber Operations Analyst - AVP to provide 24x7 cybersecurity monitoring, analysis, and incident response for global enterprises. The role involves managing security monitoring systems, identifying emerging threats, and leading a team to enhance security operations and mitigate risks.
RetailFinanceBankingConsumer GoodsConsumerFinancial ServicesWholesale
Responsibilities
Management of security monitoring systems, including intrusive prevention and detection systems, to alert, detect and block potential cyber security incidents, and provide a prompt response to restore normal operations with minimised system damage
Identification of emerging cyber security threats, attack techniques and technologies to detect/prevent incidents, and collaborate with networks and conferences to gain industry knowledge and expertise
Management and analysis of security information and event management systems to collect, correlate and analyse security logs, events and alerts/potential threats
Triage of data loss prevention alerts to identify and prevent sensitive data for being exfiltrated from the banks network
Management of cyber security incidents including remediation & driving to closure
To advise and influence decision making, contribute to policy development and take responsibility for operational effectiveness. Collaborate closely with other functions/ business divisions
Lead a team performing complex tasks, using well developed professional knowledge and skills to deliver on work that impacts the whole business function. Set objectives and coach employees in pursuit of those objectives, appraisal of performance relative to objectives and determination of reward outcomes
If the position has leadership responsibilities, People Leaders are expected to demonstrate a clear set of leadership behaviours to create an environment for colleagues to thrive and deliver to a consistently excellent standard. The four LEAD behaviours are: L – Listen and be authentic, E – Energise and inspire, A – Align across the enterprise, D – Develop others
OR for an individual contributor, they will lead collaborative assignments and guide team members through structured assignments, identify the need for the inclusion of other areas of specialisation to complete assignments. They will identify new directions for assignments and/ or projects, identifying a combination of cross functional methodologies or practices to meet required outcomes
Consult on complex issues; providing advice to People Leaders to support the resolution of escalated issues
Identify ways to mitigate risk and developing new policies/procedures in support of the control and governance agenda
Take ownership for managing risk and strengthening controls in relation to the work done
Perform work that is closely related to that of other areas, which requires understanding of how areas coordinate and contribute to the achievement of the objectives of the organisation sub-function
Collaborate with other areas of work, for business aligned support areas to keep up to speed with business activity and the business strategy
Engage in complex analysis of data from multiple sources of information, internal and external sources such as procedures and practises (in other areas, teams, companies, etc).to solve problems creatively and effectively
Communicate complex information. 'Complex' information could include sensitive information or information that is difficult to communicate because of its content or its audience
Influence or convince stakeholders to achieve outcomes
Qualification
Required
Proficiency in SIEM technologies and usability in large, complex computing environments
Experience analyzing and responding to detected security incidents, including timely escalation and resolution
Incident response expertise, including proficiency in Phishing emails, network analysis, and understanding traffic patterns
Experience identifying malware and attacks (e.g., Trojans, ransomware) through analysis of event data from proxies, endpoints, IDS, MPS, and network devices
Knowledge of the Cyber Kill Chain, intelligence-driven defense strategies, and security architecture
Preferred
Proficiency of operating system fundamentals and OS security (Windows & Linux); solid grasp of networking principles, protocols, and best practices
Familiarity with adversary tactics and techniques based on real-world observations from a blue-team perspective and knowledge of effective countermeasures to reduce risk
Understanding of cloud security principles across platforms such as AWS, Google Cloud, and Azure
Benefits
Medical
Dental and vision coverage
401(k)
Life insurance
Other paid leave for qualifying circumstances
This position is eligible for an incentive award.
Company
Barclays
Barclays is a transatlantic consumer and wholesale bank with global reach, offering products, and services.
10001+ employees
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