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Cyber Defense Specialist US Remote

Experian
Anthony, KS Remote Full Time
POSTED ON 1/27/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/25/2025

Experians Cyber Fusion Centre (CFC) is designed to leverage the best technology with our highly trained security experts to detect and investigate cyber security attacks and insider threats around the world.

Experian CFC is seeking a Cyber Defense Specialist to help identify design and implement effective countermeasures to prevent cyber intrusions. You will be part of a worldclass organization and lead a global team of highly skilled and innovative people to help us stay ahead of adversaries. This individual contributor role is part of the Threat Intelligence team which focuses on defending against emerging threats supporting investigations and delivering situational awareness to the business.

You will report to the Global Head of Threat Intelligence.

Youll have the opportunity to :

  • Track threat clusters posing threats to Experian infrastructure identify develop and implement countermeasures in our environment to prevent attacks from critical cyber threats.
  • Use SIEM enterprise endpoint network and cloud security tools to understand defense coverage and identify security gaps and areas of improvement in overall security posture.
  • Identify and create ways to address security gaps including :

Mitigations and Countermeasures Engineering

  • Automation and Tool Development
  • Identify key security controls and configurations to stop adversary attack paths
  • Lead collaboration with Attack Surface Management Vulnerability Management and Security Architecture teams to implement security controls.
  • Qualifications : Your background :

  • 8 years of experience in cyber defense forensics incident response threat intelligence offensive security vulnerability management cloud infrastructure and security engineering. Other relevant IT and network experience and training / certifications are valued and considered. Examples : GIAC Offensive Security SpecterOps ZeroPoint Security.
  • Advanced knowledge in computer networking operating systems (both Windows and Unixbased operating systems) virtualization (cloud and onpremise) and modern architecture (containers orchestration CI / CD).
  • Advanced understanding of enterprise security tooling (such as SIEM EDR IPS and WAF) and processes such as vulnerability management and incident response.
  • Advanced understanding of common attack methodologies. Training direct experience or an ongoing interest in penetration testing is desired in this role. While this role does not actively conduct penetration testing engagements a clear understanding of adversary attack methods could improve the effectiveness of countermeasures.
  • Experience with the Cyber Kill Chain Framework MITRE ATT&CK and other industry frameworks.
  • Demonstrated commitment to valuing differences collaborating with diverse teams and ensuring diverse perspectives are heard.
  • Benefits / Perks :

  • Great compensation package and bonus plan.
  • Core benefits including medical dental vision and matching 401K.
  • Flexible work environment ability to work remotely hybrid or inoffice.
  • Flexible time off including volunteer time off vacation sick and 12paid holidays.
  • Additional Information :

    Our uniqueness is that we celebrate yours. Experians culture and people are important differentiators. We take our people agenda very seriously and focus on what matters; DEI work / life balance development authenticity engagement collaboration wellness reward & recognition volunteering... the list goes on. Experians people first approach is awardwinning; Great Place To Work in 24 countries FORTUNE Best Companies to work and Glassdoor Best Places to Work (globally 4.4 Stars) to name a few. Check out Experian Life on social or our Careers Site to understand why.

    Experian is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. Innovation is an important part of Experians DNA and practices and our diverse workforce drives our success. Everyone can succeed at Experian and bring their whole self to work irrespective of their gender ethnicity religion colour sexuality physical ability or age. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation please let us know at the earliest opportunity.

    Remote Work : Employment Type :

    Fulltime

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