Cyber Defense Analyst I

The Cyber Defense Analyst (Detection I) position is responsible for performing triage of security events that are escalated to the team. This role involves following established processes and procedures to observe events, collect additional data necessary to assess the threat, and escalate or refute the event as needed.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Monitor and respond to security events escalated through the Security Information and Event Management System (SIEM).
• Interface with CME Group employees that are reporting security issues through established communication channels.
• Document security events in an Incident Management System.
• Perform analysis of security events involving data collected from the network, host systems, and application log data.

Technical Skill Proficiency Targets:

Dynamic Malware Analysis -> Beginner

Network Concepts -> Beginner

Network Forensics/Analysis -> Beginner

Log Analysis -> Beginner

Web Application Security -> Beginner

Detection/Content Development -> Beginner

Personal Attributes:

• Strong customer-service orientation.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills
• High level critical thinking skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Excellent listening and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to communicate ideas in both technical and user-friendly language.
• Ability to conduct research into network/security issues and products.
• Comfortable working in a dynamic environment with multiple goals.
• Highly self-motivated and directed, with keen attention to detail.
• Able to prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment.
• Experience working in a team-oriented, collaborative environment.
• Ability to deal diplomatically and effectively at all levels of the organization including both technical and non-technical, management and senior leadership

Professional Experience:

• No formal work experience is required for this position.
• Successful candidates should be able to demonstrate a passion for information security through course work/degrees completed, self-study, and/or certifications that have been completed.

Formal Education & Certifications

• BA/BS in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Security, or Information Systems or related work experience

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CME Group is committed to offering a competitive total rewards package for our employees that recognizes their contributions to the business and reflects our long-term investment in their future. The salary range for this role is $78,200-$130,300. Actual salary offered will be dependent on a wide array of factors including but not limited to: relevant experience, skills, education and comparison to internal employees (where relevant). Our compensation program also includes an annual target bonus opportunity for all employees, as well as the opportunity to become an owner in the company through our broad-based equity program. Through our Benefits program, we strive to offer flexibility, value and choice. From comprehensive health coverage, to a retirement package that includes both a 401(k) and an active Pension Plan, to highly competitive education reimbursement provisions, paid time off and a mental health benefit, CME Group offers a holistic Benefits package for our team and their dependents.

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