Jr. Security Analyst

Due to its remote and hybrid culture, Alation conducts all of its interviewing and onboarding virtually.
Big Data isn’t a problem. It’s an opportunity.
At Alation, we help people find, understand, and trust data. So they not only excel in their work — they drive value for their enterprise, team, and role. In the words of one customer, “Alation makes me look like a rockstar.”
We help companies you know and trust empower their people with the best data every day. Alation helps Discover Financial Services quickly generate value from their data to create the product and customer service innovations that help the iconic credit card company remain number one in customer satisfaction. And real estate giant Keller Williams uses Alation to govern the more than 70 TB of data that empowers their global team of over 190,000 agents.
With $340M in funding – valued at over $1.7 billion and 550+ customers, including 40% of Fortune 100 companies- Alation is poised to capitalize on data as an opportunity. Headquartered in Silicon Valley, Alation was named to Inc. Magazine’s Best Workplaces list for the fourth time. Do you want to join a team that welcomes new ideas, supports your growth, and recognizes your unique value?
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Role Summary:
The role involves assisting and supporting senior-level security and compliance team members to ensure adherence to industry standards such as ISO 27001, ISO 27701, and SOC 2 Type II. This includes providing security assurance to stakeholders and customers, managing security-related documentation, assisting in assessments and audits, generating security reports, responding to security events, and participating in security incident management. Additionally, the role entails contributing to the development and maintenance of security policies and knowledge bases. The position reports to the Security Manager at Alation and requires 0-1 year of experience in security and compliance activities, with SaaS/tech industry experience being a plus. Strong interest in Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) functions, excellent communication skills, attention to detail, analytical and problem-solving abilities, and adaptability in a fast-paced startup environment are essential. Flexibility to work flexible hours to accommodate time zone differences is also necessary.

What You’ll Do:

• Assist and support senior-level security and compliance team members to ensure industry standards of security are met in compliance with frameworks such as ISO 27001, ISO 27701, and SOC 2 Type II.
• Provide security assurance to stakeholders and customers by completing security questionnaires and security RFx in alignment with industry-standard frameworks. Safely share information and documentation with internal partners and external prospects and customers.
• Manage the company repository for Q&As related to security, privacy, legal, product, and engineering, and any associated documentation. Ensure repository information is properly curated, usable, and trustworthy. Work with internal SMEs to review and update content regularly.
• Assist in various assessments and audits, including internal analysis, stakeholder engagement, evidence collection, and reporting, all through GRC tools, Jira, and other applications.
• Generate and present security reports, metrics, and findings to management and other stakeholders.
• Identify, analyze, and respond to potential security events from alert sources. Participate in security incident management, tabletop exercises, business continuity, and disaster recovery efforts.
• Assist in the development and maintenance of security policies, knowledgebase, SOPs, playbooks, and best practices.
• This role will report up to the Security Manager at Alation.

You should have:

• Looking for an opportunity to grow your career in a dynamic and innovative environment
• 0-1 year of experience in security and compliance activities, SaaS/tech industry experience is a plus
• Strong interest in GRC functions, Excellent communication skills (verbal and written) and soft skills in a remote environment
• Attention to detail and the capability to deliver outcomes autonomously
• Strong analytical and creative problem-solving skills
• Able to pivot and thrive in a rapidly changing start-up environment, managing multiple tasks and prioritizing effectively based on feedback
• Willing to work flexible hours to compensate for the time difference between India and the United States

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More About AlationOur founders have come together from different backgrounds: business, engineering, and design. This unique mix from our founding team is important to the Alation culture story. Today, our team consists of creators and communicators with varied backgrounds - from Stanford, to the Indian Institute of Technology, big companies and one-person startups, the United States, and abroad. We continue to seek ever more diverse perspectives as we grow.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate onthe basis of race, name, religion, color, national origin, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
Why Alation?- Market-Leading Data Catalog Provider- High-growth, collaborative environment with diverse and inclusive teams- Continuous learning, enrichment and development opportunities- Competitive pay and health offerings including commuter benefits- Flexible time off to relax and rechargeand much, much more!