Application Threat Modeler, Specialist

Join Vanguard as an experienced 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. Demonstrates knowledge, skills, and ability to conduct formal incident investigations, lead advanced incident handling scenarios including internal and external data breaches, abnormal network and host activity, and assess risk derived from a platform or data-lake.

2. Mentor junior level analysts and assist when needed.

3. Provide support for escalated Incident Ticket resolution

4. Designs and implements cyber security and operations procedures, tasks and reports. Identifies process gaps and recommends solutions to improve workflow and mitigate risk.

5. Serves as a security expert in application development, database design, network, and/or platform (operating system) efforts, helping security project teams comply with enterprise and IT security policies, industry regulations, and best practices.

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

Qualifications

• 7 years experience in a cyber security, cyber investigations, cyber threat intelligence, or combination of these three roles.
• Undergraduate degree in Technical discipline, Computer Science or related field required. Graduate degree preferred.
• CISSP

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.