Senior Cyber Security Analyst

About Us:

Founded in 1966, Niterra North America, Inc. (formerly NGK Spark Plugs) is the world leader in technology, innovation, and world-class quality in designing spark plugs and oxygen sensors. Today, that tradition continues as we transform our organization's portfolio, expand our core ceramic technologies, explore capabilities beyond traditional areas, and challenge ourselves to develop solutions and services that leverage technology to address social issues while contributing to a sustainable society.

Summary:

The Senior Cyber Security Analyst will serve as a subject-matter expert within the SecOps team, using solutions such as SIEM, EDR, VM, Firewall, Email Security, and more to protect company assets and ensure a strong security posture. This role involves investigating security incidents, performing in-depth threat analysis, deploying security tools, and leading global incident response activities. The ideal candidate is passionate about Cyber Security, possesses strong technical knowledge across security domains, and thrives in a dynamic, team-oriented environment.

Responsibilities:

• Investigate security incidents and perform in-depth analysis to identify threats and implement remediation.
• Deploy and implement security tools to protect company assets.
• Review logs to detect anomalies that may lead to security breaches.
• Serve as the point of contact for assigned security vendors responsible for managed services and handle escalations.
• Subject matter expert on vulnerability management to identify vulnerabilities and perform remediation.
• Conduct and assist with performing penetration testing to identify security weaknesses and offer solutions to address identified gaps.
• Participate in and lead global incident response activities.
• Subject matter expert on various security functions such as endpoint security, EDR, MDR, Firewall, Email Security, spam filtering, PAM, etc.
• Leverage automation to streamline workflows to increase efficiency and productivity.
• Review, create, or document standard operating procedures.
• Perform periodic user access reviews and governance.
• Assist with internal and external audits and implement security controls based on audit findings.
• Adhere to all company policies and procedures, which include IATF, ISO, ISMS, QMS, TISAX, and safety-related policies.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field.
• 5 years of experience in SecOps functions, including but not limited to incident response, EDR, MDR, email security, endpoint security, IAM, Firewall, etc.
• In-depth knowledge of TCP/IP networking, routing, etc.
• Experienced in security functions, including Firewall, IDS/IPS, Email Security, Endpoint Security, SIEM, EDR, Vulnerability Scanning, etc.
• Experience with proactive threat hunting exercises.
• Experience in leading security investigations and incident response, and capable of documenting and conducting RCA in support of investigations.
• Familiarity with NIST CSF and other security controls/guidelines for incident response.
• Knowledge of malware and ransomware behaviors and techniques.
• Ability to coordinate, gain trust of business stakeholders, and maintain third-party vendor relationships.
• Able to work under pressure in critical circumstances.
• Industry standard information security certifications (CompTIA Security , Network , CASP , CISSP, GCIA, Digital Forensics, Ethical Hacking, etc.) are a plus.

What We Offer:

• Comprehensive Health Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Financial Security: Short-term and long-term disability coverage.
• Retirement Savings: 401(k) plan with a generous company match of up to 6%.
• Time Off: Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
• Work-Life Balance: Paid maternity and paternity leave.
• And much more!

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

Niterra is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

Notice to Staffing Firms:

Niterra does not seek or accept unsolicited resumes or CVs from recruitment agencies. We are not responsible for, and will not pay, any fees, commissions, or other payments related to unsolicited resumes or CVs, except as required by a written contract between Niterra and the recruitment agency or party requesting payment of a fee.