Threat Detection Lead, Security Operations (Remote)

Company Description
Experian is a global data and technology company, powering opportunities for people and businesses around the world. We help to redefine lending practices, uncover and prevent fraud, simplify healthcare, create marketing solutions, and gain deeper insights into the automotive market, all using our unique combination of data, analytics and software. We also assist millions of people to realise their financial goals and help them save time and money.
We operate across a range of markets, from financial services to healthcare, automotive, agribusiness, insurance, and many more industry segments.
We invest in people and new advanced technologies to unlock the power of data. As a FTSE 100 Index company listed on the London Stock Exchange (EXPN), we have a team of 22,500 people across 32 countries. Our corporate headquarters are in Dublin, Ireland. Learn more at
Job Description
The Threat Detection Lead, Security Operations, is an essential part of Experian’s Cyber Fusion Center (CFC). Level 1 analysts conduct the first assessment on security incidents, and they escalate the case to the Lead, who performs a more in-depth analysis and further evaluates network security threat activities. The Lead also supports the development of new analytic methods and content, conducts impact analysis, and proposes remediation actions. You will report to the Senior Manager of SecOps and Threat Detection.
You’ll have the opportunity to:

Provide leadership to level 1 analysts, including feedback on quality of work, driving case quality

Collaborate with external teams for incident resolution and escalations, ensuring questions from Experian users are answered promptly

Track tactical issues in the execution of CFC responsibilities and report to management any issues that could affect the CFC

Provide recommendations for security tools resulting in increased security posture or fidelity rate efficiency

Author and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and training documentation to include improvements and evergreen process

Assist management with responding to audit questions by providing evidence of processes

Assist the Cyber Threat Intelligence (CTI) and content development teams on use case development by suggesting enhancements or new use cases to improve the security posture of Experian

Participate in proof-of-concept projects with the security engineering team to ensure the CFC is adequately represented

Coordinate with enterprise-wide cyber defense staff to validate security control alerts

Perform cyber defense trend analysis

Plan and recommend modifications or adjustments based on exercise results or system environment

Monitor the environment longitudinally for long-term pattern detection

Review and share new content information within SLAs

Work an 8×5 (Monday-Friday) schedule, with the flexibility to accommodate biweekly on-call coverage of evenings and weekends

Qualifications
Your background:

5+ years’ experience in threat detection or security operations and response roles

Demonstrate expert technical skills that are needed to defend the enterprise environment, such as:

In-depth packet analysis skills, core forensic familiarity, incident response skills, and data fusion skills based on multiple security data sources

Scripting and automation

System administration on Unix, Linux, or Windows

Network forensics, logging, and event management

Defensive network infrastructure (operations or engineering)

Vulnerability assessment and penetration testing concepts

Malware analysis concepts, techniques, and reverse engineering

In-depth knowledge of network and host security technologies and products (such as firewalls, network IDS, scanners)

Security monitoring technologies, such as SIEM, IPS/IDS, UEBA, DLP, among others

Relevant technical and industry certifications are a plus, e.g. Comptia, GIAC certifications, CISSP, OSCP, or SIEM vendor-specific certifications

Perks:

Great compensation package and bonus plan

Core benefits including full medical, dental, vision, and matching 401K

Flexible work environment, ability to work remote, hybrid or in-office

Flexible time off including volunteer time off, vacation, sick and 12-paid holidays

Additional Information
Our uniqueness is that we celebrate yours. Experian’s 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. Experian’s people first approach is award-winning; 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 Experian’s 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.

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