Sr Cyber Security Analyst/CIRT Analyst

Bayer•Creve Coeur, MO

2d•$122,892 - $184,338•Hybrid

About The Position

The CIRT Analyst investigates complex cyberattacks and establishes defense measures if needed with minimal to no supervision/direction. The person is responsible for analyzing system events, security incidents and potential malware, ensuring the security capabilities across the Bayer Group globally. In addition, the analyst maintains and improves related processes and procedures to manage cyber defense and to investigate cyberattacks.

Requirements

Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in relevant field (computer science, IT, etc.) or equivalent combination of education and experience
Significant and relevant experience investigating complex cyberattacks and establishing defense measures
Good technical skills and understanding e.g. Web, SQL, Scripting, Endpoints, Client Management, Server
Strong analytical skills and ability to work under pressure
High degree of self-learning and self-motivation
Good IT and business understanding
Capable to conduct risk assessments in case of cyber attacks
Consulting, negotiation, and relationship skills
Capabilities, like research and innovation
Experience in international project management
High degree of commitment to high performance culture
Ability to act for continuous improvement
Significant professional experience conducting root cause analyses

Nice To Haves

At least 6 years of relevant experience investigating complex cyberattacks and establishing defense measures
More than 6 years of professional experience conducting root cause analyses

Responsibilities

Investigate high complexity cyber security incidents (2nd Level) with minimal direction, determine the root cause and establish defense measures as part of the global Cyber Defense Center team
Analyze operational logs and event console activities to identify security related events
Develop targeted defense response measures for implementation
Create Management communication for Major Incidents and drive and facilitate Communication bridges/briefs to upper management as necessary
Improve and maintain cyber defense related processes and procedures
Provide strong technical expertise in using and customizing of cyber defense tools like SIEM, AEP, XDR, DLP or UEBA solutions for incident response actions
Participate in the "on-call" duty of the global incident response team, and provide the fallback insurance for IT and SOC
Participate in international IT security projects
Represent Bayer in external technical user groups
Prepare and design system security reports by framing data, insights, and trends to support the proposal of proactive cyber defense capabilities