Application Threat Modeler, Senior Analyst

Join Vanguard as a Junior Threat Modeler and help strengthen the security of our applications and systems. In this role, you’ll support the design and execution of threat models that identify and mitigate risks across a variety of platforms and technologies. Your work will contribute to protecting millions of investors by ensuring the integrity and resilience of Vanguard’s solutions. You’ll collaborate with experienced security professionals to analyze application architectures, uncover potential vulnerabilities, and recommend safeguards. This is a great opportunity to build your expertise in threat modeling and application security while learning industry best practices in a supportive environment.

Global Risk and Security (GR&S) at Vanguard enables business strategy, protects client and Vanguard interests (e.g., assets and data), and stewards a strong risk culture. Our teams leverage enterprise-wide insights, deep expertise, and trusted advice so that across Vanguard leaders and crew drive faster, stronger, risk-informed decisions.

Within GR&S, the Enterprise Security and Fraud (ES&F) sub-division is responsible for the global protection of Vanguard crew, property, data, and client assets. We are the trusted advisors that protect the pride of Vanguard with state-of-the-art security and fraud capabilities. We are a world-class destination of highly engaged, passionate, and diverse talent expected to continuously learn and develop in an ever-changing security landscape.

Our crew are our greatest resource – by joining our team you will build collaborative long-term relationships and enjoy a suite of benefits that includes comprehensive health and wellness care, work-life balance, and an investment in your future at its core.

Core Responsibilities

1. Provides senior level cyber security services to prevent, detect, respond to, and remediate threats. Coordinates with external and internal resources to develop and deliver new security solutions.

2. Utilizes existing security controls to improve security posture, and researches emerging threats relevant to operations.

3. Continually develops cloud architecture and security knowledge. Creates Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for incident response triage.

4. Assists with the design and implementation of cyber security and operations procedures, tasks, and reports. Assists with automation of redundant processes.

5. Provides incident response triage support to other Cyber Security Operations teams.

6. Participates in special projects and performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years related work experience, with two years of Cyber Security experience.
• Undergraduate degree in Computer science, Management of Information Systems Security, or equivalent combination of training and experience.
• CISSP, AWS Cloud Practitioner, or other cloud or cloud platform equivalent required.

Special Factors

Sponsorship

Vanguard is not offering visa sponsorship for this position.

About Vanguard

At Vanguard, we don't just have a mission—we're on a mission.

To work for the long-term financial wellbeing of our clients. To lead through product and services that transform our clients' lives. To learn and develop our skills as individuals and as a team. From Malvern to Melbourne, our mission drives us forward and inspires us to be our best.

How We Work

Vanguard has implemented a hybrid working model for the majority of our crew members, designed to capture the benefits of enhanced flexibility while enabling in-person learning, collaboration, and connection. We believe our mission-driven and highly collaborative culture is a critical enabler to support long-term client outcomes and enrich the employee experience.