Security Analyst

We are seeking an experienced and technical Security Analyst to join our Global IT team at Jack Links. As a Security Analyst you will be responsible for supporting and leading security initiatives across various IT business areas including identity network and infrastructure. This role requires core knowledge of cybersecurity protocols risk management procedures and best practices to safeguard our data. This position will work closely with members of the Information Technology team with a focus on security hardening and incident response to ensure our continued alignment with business objectives. The Security Analyst should also be capable of effectively communicating security goals to a multi-disciplinary group of Team Members on both a domestic and international scale.

The duties and responsibilities of this position shall consist of but not be limited to the following:

• Lead alert triaging and incident response procedures for our Global IT environment for cloud and on-premise systems.
• Administer identity and access management processes including user account provisioning access modifications and related administrative functions to ensure secure and compliant system access.
• Conduct vulnerability and risk assessments; develop and implement mitigation strategies.
• Maintain and improve IT security baselines across network infrastructure and identity systems.
• Collaborate with MDR and SIEM partners to manage and resolve security incidents.
• Automate and standardize security processes to ensure consistency and compliance.
• Implement and align security controls with regulatory frameworks (e.g. SOC2 ISO 27001 GDPR).
• Support security architecture and design for global IT systems and integrations.
• Assist with physical security systems including badge access and CCTV.
• Develop and maintain security documentation policies and procedures.
• Design and implement actionable security metrics to evaluate and optimize the effectiveness and efficiency of deployed security controls.
• Lead security-focused initiatives including the hardening and ongoing management of the organizations Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) solution and enforcement of robust device security policies.
• Ensure secure remote access and vendor management across global infrastructure.
• Conduct regular security testing of applications networks and systems.
• Assist with Business Continuity/Disaster Recovery designs to ensure security best practices.
• Stay current with emerging security trends tools and best practices through continuous learning.
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as necessary.

Qualifications :

Required Education:

• Bachelors degree in Cybersecurity Information Technology or a related field or equivalent professional experience.
• 3 years of hands-on experience across key security domains including infrastructure security application security identity and access management and security operations.

Required Experience:

• Strong foundation in cybersecurity including IAM data protection and incident response.
• Proficient in Windows Linux PowerShell Python and Microsoft security tools.
• Experience with Microsoft Defender MS365 Intune MDM and Microsoft Sentinel.
• Skilled in SIEM platforms logging alerting and dashboard creation.

Preferred:

• Hands-on experience with platforms such as Azure Sentinel Tenable Nessus BeyondTrust (Bomgar) Mimecast Palo Alto Networks Burp Suite Pentera and Kali Linux.
• Cybersecurity certifications such as Security CEH Cybersecurity Analyst GIAC Cisco CyberOps or Microsoft Security.
• Experience securing OT networks in manufacturing or consumer packaged goods environments.
• Familiarity with Power BI and data analysis tools.

REQUIRED SKILLS KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES

Technical Skills & Experience

• Proven ability to secure both IT and OT networks including experience with incident response alert triaging and vulnerability management.
• Proficient in managing identity and access controls including Active Directory administration and privileged access management.
• Skilled in executing cybersecurity strategies and enforcing technical policies across enterprise environments.
• Experienced in working with security frameworks and standards such as ISO 27001 NIST and SOC2.
• Capable of managing vendor relationships and coordinating with internal/external stakeholders on security incidents and compliance matters.

Additional Information :

The salary range for this role is $89900 - $123640 (Annually). Actual salaries will vary based on several factors including but not limited to external market data internal equity location and candidate skill set and experience. Base pay is just one component of Jack Links Total Rewards package for Team Members. Other rewards may include annual incentive and program-specific awards. Jack Links provides a variety of benefits to eligible Team Members including medical dental and vision benefits life and disability insurance 401k participation paid holidays and paid time off.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:
Jack Links provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age color national origin citizenship status physical or mental disability race religion creed gender sex sexual orientation gender identity and/or expression genetic information marital status status with regard to public assistance veteran status or any other characteristic that is protected by federal state or local law.

E-VERIFY:
Jack Links is participant in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees.  For information about the E-Verify program please visit:   your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.