Lead Network Security Analyst - ONSITE - Glenmont, NY

Job Posting

As a Lead Blue Team Engineer, you will serve as an escalation point for the defense and security of American National’s network. You will assist the Network Security Manager with the day-to-day monitoring of the Enterprise’s security systems and work with other analysts to research and triage potential security threats. Reporting to the Network Security Manager, you will work on threat intelligence, forensics, and incident responses that adhere to best practices and recognized control frameworks.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 

• Review SOC operations for day-to-day monitoring
• Assist in incident response activities such as host triage and retrieval, malware analysis, remote system analysis, end-user interviews, and remediation efforts
• Deliver subject matter expertise of Azure with emphasis in security, and architectural design
• Serves as the Tier III for triage escalation
• Assess Azure security architecture, analysis of issues and development of recommendations for their resolution
• Maintain and monitor company’s perimeter, platform, and endpoint feeds into the SIEM and other security products
• Track threat actors and associated tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs)
• Installs, configures, and troubleshoots network security infrastructure devices
• Administers and supports the enterprise’s network security automation tools, and Cisco security suite
• Create and review IR playbooks
• Lead quarterly threat hunting scenarios for the team
• Conducts independent research and coordinates results with other analysts in other disciplines across the enterprise
• Analyzes network infrastructure and makes recommendations for improvement
• Prepares and presents cybersecurity findings to help satisfy business and customer requirements

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree
• 8-10 years of experience
• Two to five years of supervisory/management experience
• One or more of the following certifications required

1. GIAC Defensible Security Architecture
2. ISACA Certified Information Security Manager
3. Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer: Security
4. (ISC)2 CISSP
5. (ISC)2 ISSAP

PREFERRED:

• 5+ years as a Threat Hunter
• 5+ years of experience in cloud security
• Cloud based certification (Certified Cloud Security Professional, Azure Security Engineer, AWS Certified Security Specialty)
• In-depth knowledge of MITR ATT&CK matrix
• In-depth knowledge of PC, server, and network technologies
• In-depth knowledge of all security areas of significance to IT (e.g. servers, desktops, voice, internet, and web technologies) 
• In-depth knowledge of and experience with security subsystems (e.g. firewalls, VPN servers, IDS/IPS, etc.) 

American National offers eligible employees and their families medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Employees are able to enroll in our company’s 401k plan. Employees also receive annually a bank of paid time off and paid holidays.   We aspire to see people for what they bring to our corporate culture by supporting an inclusive work environment, including an emphasis on a healthy work-life balance, development opportunities, and a casual dress code.

American National is an established, stable, and successful multi-line insurance corporation that has provided financial strength and a sense of security to employees, customers and business partners since 1905.  With focus on our organization’s values and cultural richness: Financial Strength, Integrity, Respect, Service and Teamwork (FIRST) and Agility, Collaboration, and Engagement (ACE) we continue to pursue our vision to be a leading provider of financial products and services for current and future generations.

Hiring Practices

The preceding job posting was designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this position. It is not intended to be interpreted as a comprehensive list of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications.  We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role, but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with the job qualifications, we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this position or other opportunities at American National.

American National’s recruitment policies help us place individuals in a timely and efficient manner. Only the most qualified candidates will be contacted by our recruiting team. Candidates may check the status of their application(s) by logging into our Career Portal.  Learn more about our company, by following us on social media: LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram

American National is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, genetic information or any other legally protected categories. American National is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities.