Cyber Security Analyst

About the company:

Wurth IT USA is a brand-new organization that is part of the global Wurth IT ecosystem of over 1,100 employees worldwide. Our cutting-edge IT solutions cater to the varied needs of the Wurth Group, continuously improved by our agility and inventiveness. Our innovative culture is built on transparency and trust, where each team member contributes to the development of fresh ideas.

Role Description

This is a full-time hybrid role for a Cyber Security Analyst at Wurth IT USA. The Cyber Security Analyst will be responsible for ensuring the security of our company's information systems and networks.

Qualifications

• In depth experience with leading SIEM technologies
• Experience or demonstrable knowledge in Incident response, log analysis and PCAP analysis
• Good level of knowledge in network fundamentals, for example, OSI Stack, TCP/IP, DNS, HTTP(S), SMTP
• Good level of understanding in the approach threat actors take to attacking a network, phishing, port scanning, web application attacks, DDoS, lateral movement.
• Knowledge in Windows and/or Linux operating systems, how to investigate them for signs of compromise.
• Passion to learn and to contribute to the ongoing development of the team.
• Ability to work independently and remotely
• Foundational understanding of file analysis; extracting indicators, providing a report, implementing mitigations
• Basic understanding of Cloud architecture and how an attacker can utilize these platforms.
• Foundational level of scripting knowledge is desirable.
• Ability to demonstrate the right approach to investigating alerts and/or indicators and document your findings in a manner that both peer and executive level colleagues can understand.
• Appreciation of the wider roles of interconnecting Cyber Security teams and collaboration with each of those (i.e. Forensics / Threat Intelligence / Penetration Testing / Vulnerability Management / “Purple Teaming” etc)
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Cyber Security, or related field
• Relevant industry certifications (such as GIAC, Security+, Certified Ethical Hacker, etc.) are a plus
• Participation in CTF challenges and being an active member of the cyber security are also advantageous.
• PLEASE NOTE: Currently, we cannot sponsor or transfer any international work visas. We also cannot hire people with international student work visas. If you require any of these (H1, L1, F1, J1, OPT, etc) to work in the United States, please do not apply for this job.

Location

Wurth IT USA is conveniently located in Lake Forest, IL 60045. This position requires onsite work for 3 days per week. Please note relocation assistance is not provided.

Additional Information

Working in cybersecurity takes passion for technology, speed, a desire to learn, and vigilance to keep our company, its employees, and customers safe. You’ll be on the front lines of innovation, working with a highly motivated team focused on analyzing, designing, developing, and delivering solutions built to stop adversaries and strengthen our operations. Your research and work will ensure stability, capacity, and resiliency of our services. Working with the US based team, as well as technologists and innovators across our global network, your ability to identify threats, provide intelligent analysis and positive actions will stop threats and strengthen our data.

As a member of the Security Operations team, you will fit into a global team providing 24/7 monitoring and Incident Response, acting as the frontline for attacks against our companies’ infrastructure. As an analyst, your role will include monitoring alerts, starting to finish case investigation, threat hunting, file analysis, as well as getting involved in projects that aim to improve the capability of the team.

EEOC STATEMENT:

Wurth IT USA Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of an individual’s sex, age, race, color, creed, national origin, alienage, religion, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation or affectional preference, genetic trait or predisposition, carrier status, citizenship, veteran or military status, and other personal characteristics protected by law. All applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to legally protected characteristics. Wurth will consider qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable federal, state and local laws.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Medical insurance
• Health savings account
• Flexible spending account
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance program

Compensation package:

• Bonus opportunities
• $75,000-$130,000 Base salary. Depending on experience.

Experience level:

1 to 10 years of experience.

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Cyber Security, or related field.

Schedule:

• 8-hour shift
• You will be part of a global team providing 24/7 security monitoring and incident response. Through our follow-the-sun operating model, your shifts will take place during local daytime office hours rather than overnight. The standard schedule consists of five shifts per week, with scheduled weekend and public-holiday coverage possible.