Cybersecurity Threat Principal Analyst (Vulnerability Remediation)

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Following is a summary of the essential functions for this job. Other duties may be performed, both major and minor, which are not mentioned below.

Specific activities may change from time to time.

1. Conduct cyber investigations for escalated and challenging computer security incidents using computer forensics, network forensics, root cause analysis and malware analysis.

2. Develop tactical and strategic cyber intelligence from acquired threat intelligence and technical indicators from external and internal sources.

3. Participate in the creation and maintenance of use cases for recurring investigation / incident triggers in support of the 24 / 7 Cybersecurity Threat Operations and Cybersecurity Threat Management program.

4. Participate in the creation and maintenance of playbooks used in response for investigation / incident triggers in support of 24 / 7 Cybersecurity Threat Operations and Cybersecurity Threat Management program.

5. Interface with other teams in Information Security (e.g. network operations, Cyber Threat Operations Center (CTOC), vulnerability management) along with information and liability risk officers and technology management to help guide cyber security investigations and incidents.

6. Identify new threat tactics, techniques and procedures used by cyber threat actors.

7. Proactively engage in threat hunting activities to proactively search for threats in the enterprise environment.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications :

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and / or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field or equivalent education and related training

2. 3-5 years of experience in Cybersecurity or related work

3. Broad knowledge of general IT with mastery of one or more of the following areas : operating systems, networking, computer programing, web development or database administration

4. Demonstrated advanced knowledge of cyber security operations with mastery of one or more of the following : attack surface management, Security Operations Center (SOC) operations, Intrusion Detection / Intrusion Prevention Systems (IDS / IPS), Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) use, threats (including Advanced Persistent Threat (APT), insider), vulnerabilities, and exploits;

incident response, investigations and remediation

5. Experience with systems for automated threat intelligence sharing using industry standard protocols, such as Structured Threat Information Expression (STIX) and Trusted Automated Exchange of Indication Information (TAXII) Advanced knowledge of processes, procedures and methods to research, analyze and disseminate threat intelligence information

6. Ability to lead and persuade individuals and large teams on ideas, concepts and opportunities

Preferred Qualifications :

1. 3-5 years of experience

2. Industry certifications in general technology (e.g. Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP), Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert (MCSE), Network+)

3. Industry certifications in cyber security and forensics, such as Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Certified Forensic Computer Examiner (CFCE), GIAC Certified Forensic Examiner (GCFE), GIAC Certified Forensic Analyst (GCFA), GIAC Certified Incident Handler (GCIH) and other related credentials

4. Industry certifications in networking, such as Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA), Certified Wireless Network Administrator (CWNA) and / or Net+ and experience in the Intelligence Community (IC)

5. Demonstrated leadership experience

6. An understanding of Vulnerability Remediation.

7. Ability to organize and manager large enterprise data sets.

8. Adaptable to change.

Other Job Requirements / Working Conditions

Sitting

Constantly (More than 50% of the time)

Visual / Audio / Speaking

Able to access and interpret client information received from the computer and able to hear and speak with individuals in person and on the phone.

Manual Dexterity / Keyboarding

Able to work standard office equipment, including PC keyboard and mouse, copy / fax machines, and printers.

Availability

Able to work all hours scheduled, including overtime as directed by manager / supervisor and required by business need.

Travel

Minimal and up to 10%

General Description of Available Benefits for Eligible Employees of Truist Financial Corporation : All regular teammates (not temporary or contingent workers) working 20 hours or more per week are eligible for benefits, though eligibility for specific benefits may be determined by the division of Truist offering the position.

Truist offers medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, accidental death and dismemberment, tax-preferred savings accounts, and a 401k plan to teammates.

Teammates also receive no less than 10 days of vacation (prorated based on date of hire and by full-time or part-time status) during their first year of employment, along with 10 sick days (also prorated), and paid holidays.