StoneX Group - West Des Moines, IA
posted 4 months ago
The IT Security Operations Analyst II position at StoneX Group is a critical role within the Security Operations team, responsible for safeguarding the organization against cyber threats. This position involves investigating security incidents, participating in incident response, and enhancing security processes and procedures. The analyst will work closely with various technologies to analyze and triage security alerts, ensuring that any suspicious activities are promptly addressed. The role requires a proactive approach to identifying and reacting to threats, with the goal of minimizing their impact on the organization. As part of the responsibilities, the analyst will lead and participate in security incident response efforts, which include identifying, containing, eradicating, and recovering from security incidents. The position also involves documenting security processes and incident reports, as well as integrating threat intelligence data into security operations to defend against emerging threats. The analyst will utilize a Security Orchestration, Automation, and Response (SOAR) platform to automate incident response processes, thereby improving efficiency and effectiveness in handling security incidents. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills, a self-motivated attitude, and the ability to work in a fast-paced, competitive environment. They should be comfortable making decisions in time-sensitive situations and have a solid understanding of cybersecurity principles and practices. Communication skills are essential, as the analyst will need to document findings and collaborate with various teams across the organization.