Cyber Threat Intelligence Analyst

Company: Zurich NA
Location: Schaumburg
Posted on: June 16, 2022

Job Description:

Cyber Threat Intelligence Analyst

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Zurich North America is currently hiring a Cyber Threat Intelligence Analyst to work out of our Schaumburg, IL North America Headquarters or this person could work remotely.

The Cyber Threat Intelligence Analyst will proactively research cyber threats, apply assessment techniques, and advise Zurich on appropriate risk mitigation. Reporting to the Global Head of Threat Intelligence within Cyber Security, you will support various projects and initiatives from a security perspective. You will be provided with guidance and training to facilitate your development within this role.

Responsibilities:

+ Maintain knowledge of latest cyber threats and industry best practices. Perform the functions of a junior threat analyst, identify relevant threats, assess risk and generate reports.

+ Perform external and internal threat discovery, define and categorize the threat, characterize the risk posed to Zurich information systems, assess the likelihood of exploitation, and develop courses of action to implement mitigating controls.

+ Perform root cause evaluation of incidents realized by the organization; develop and recommend courses of action to mitigate and/or prevent the threat posed to Zurich.

+ Research hackers, hacker techniques, vulnerabilities, exploits and provide detailed briefings and intelligence reports assessing risk.

+ As required, assist with Insider Risk and Forensics investigations.

Basic Qualifications:

+ Bachelor's degree and 3 or more years of experience in the information technology area OR

+ Zurich Cybersecurity Technician Apprentice, including Cyber Security Certification and 4 or more years of experience in the information technology area OR

+ High School Diploma or Equivalent and 5 or more years of experience in the information technology area AND

+ MS Office experience

Preferred Qualifications:

+ Experience formulating risk-based cyber security strategies.

+ Experience communicating security-related concepts to a broad range of technical and non-technical staff.

+ Knowledgeable with current cyber threats and associated tactics, techniques, and procedures used to target IT systems.

+ Experience in Intelligence collection, evaluation, and reporting/dissemination processes and procedures.

+ Proven ability to succeed in collaborative work environments and build relationships.

+ Experience using evaluation platforms to organize and correlate large volumes of network log data preferred.

+ Previous use of SIEM, orchestration and data analytics tools preferred..

+ Digital forensics experience preferred.

+ Experience investigating Insider Risk incidents preferred.

As a condition of employment at Zurich, employees must adhere to our COVID-related health and safety protocols ( https://www.zurichna.com/careers/faq ), including, without limitation, a requirement that employees attest as to their vaccination status with a YES/NO, and upload proof of vaccination status, or negative COVID test results when allowable, to a third-party vendor. These are continuously re-evaluated and the requirements may change at any time.

A future with Zurich. What can go right when you apply at Zurich?

Now is the time to move forward and make a difference. At Zurich, we want you to share your unique perspectives, experiences and ideas so we can grow and drive sustainable change together. As part of a leading global organization, Zurich North America has over 150 years of experience managing risk and supporting resilience. Today, Zurich North America is a leading provider of commercial property-casualty insurance solutions and a wide range of risk management products and services for businesses and individuals. We serve more than 25 industries, from agriculture to technology, and we insure 90% of the Fortune 500. Our growth strategy is not limited to our business. As an employer, we strive to provide ongoing career development opportunities, and we foster an environment where voices are diverse, behaviors are inclusive, actions drive equity, and our people feel a sense of belonging. Be a part of the next evolution of the insurance industry. Join us in building a brighter future for our colleagues, our customers and the communities we serve. Zurich maintains a comprehensive employee benefits package for employees as well as eligible dependents and competitive compensation. Please clickhere (https://www.zurichna.com/careers) to learn more.

As a global company, Zurich recognizes the diversity of our workforce as an asset. We recruit talented people from a variety of backgrounds with unique perspectives that are truly welcome here. Taken together, diversity and inclusion bring us closer to our common goal: exceeding our customers' expectations. Zurich does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status. EOE disability/vet

Zurich does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies. Any unsolicited resume will become the property of Zurich American Insurance. If you are a preferred vendor, please use our Recruiting Agency Portal for resume submission.

Location(s): AM - Schaumburg, AM - Remote Work (US)

Remote Working: Yes

Schedule: Full Time

Linkedin Recruiter Tag: #LI-MG1

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